Insights From Our Child Psychologists
Child Psychology Resources for Calgary Parents.
Explore practical, evidence-informed articles from our Calgary child psychologists. Find guidance on childhood anxiety, ADHD, autism, emotional regulation, parenting, psychological assessments, and the everyday challenges of raising children and teens.
ADHD in Girls: The Signs That Get Missed
Her report card says she's bright and capable, if only she'd apply herself. At home you see the other half: the hour it takes to start a twenty-minute assignment, the tears over the project she forgot again. ADHD in girls often looks nothing like the picture most people carry, and that gap is exactly why it gets missed. Here's what's really happening, including a biological reason almost no one explains.
Homework Battles in Children: What's Really Behind the Fight
The worksheet has sat untouched for forty minutes, and the argument has started again. But homework refusal is rarely about motivation. More often it's a tired child protecting themselves from a task that has come to feel like proof they aren't capable, met at the hour of the day when they have the least left to meet it with. Here's what's actually happening at the table, and how to change the shape of the homework hour.
When Rejection Feels Bigger Than the Moment: Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) in Children
A child who experiences Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) isn't simply "too sensitive." Small moments of criticism or rejection can quickly become deeply personal, leaving children feeling overwhelmed by experiences others may move past with ease. This article explores what RSD can look like in children, why these reactions happen, and how understanding the emotional experience beneath the behaviour can strengthen connection, confidence, and resilience.
Executive Function Skills: The Everyday Skills Children Need to Thrive
Your child is bright, curious, and capable—so why do everyday tasks feel like such a struggle? Executive function skills influence everything from organization and emotional regulation to planning and follow-through. Understanding how these skills develop can completely change the way you see your child's behaviour.
When ADHD and Anxiety Come Together: Understanding the Loop Your Child Is Caught In
Parenting a child with ADHD or anxiety can feel overwhelming. Discover tips, strategies, and Calgary-based therapy support to help your child thrive.
ADHD in Children and Teens
ADHD brings both challenges and strengths. Learn the signs, support strategies, and Calgary therapy options for children and teens with ADHD.