Bedtime battles or endless questions about sleep? Learn what builds healthy sleep habits and which of two picture books fits your child.
Books About Sleep for Kids: Bedtime and Why We Sleep
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Books for Anxious Children: Which One Fits Your Child?
Worries, shyness, fear of dogs or OCD? Learn how CBT helps anxious children and which of Dr. Kushnir’s books fits your child’s situation.
Anger Management Books for Kids and Parents
Frequent outbursts at home? Learn how children build anger control and which CBT-based book fits: a picture story or a four-step guide.
Books for Children With Separation Anxiety
Tearful goodbyes at school or bedtime? Learn what helps children with separation anxiety and which CBT-based picture book fits your child.
Books About Nightmares and Dreams for Kids
Does your child have bad dreams? Learn what helps with nightmares and which of two CBT-based picture books about dreams fits your child.
Books for Children With Nighttime Fears: A Parent’s Guide
Afraid of the dark or of sleeping alone? Learn what helps children with nighttime fears and which CBT-based picture book fits your family.
How Your Child’s Sleep Problems Can Affect Them in the Long Run
We all know how important sleep is for our little ones. It’s not just about…
The Importance of Addressing Children’s Sleep Problems
Sleep is a fundamental component of a child’s overall health and wel…
Parasomnia in Children: Understanding and Addressing Sleep Disorders
Parasomnia refers to a group of sleep disorders that involve abnormal behaviors…
Physical Activity and Sleep Problems in Children
Physical activity is an important aspect of children’s health and development, but…
Exposure in Children in Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Helping Kids Overcome Fear
Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) is an effective and evidence-based treatment…
Anxiety and Self Esteem in Children: Understanding the Connection
Anxiety and self-esteem are two important factors that impact children’s emotional…
The Negative Impact of Screens on Children’s Sleep
In today’s digital age, screens are a ubiquitous part of children’s lives. From…
Delayed Sleep Disorder in Children: Understanding and Treating this Common Condition
Delayed sleep disorder in children (DSD) is a common sleep condition that affects…
Insomnia Limit Setting Type in Children: Understanding and Addressing Sleep Challenges
Insomnia limit setting type is a type of sleep disorder that occurs when children have
Parent’s Role in Childhood Anxiety: Understanding and Supporting Your Child’s Emotional Well-Being
Childhood anxiety is a common condition that affects many children. As a…
The Link Between Sleep Problems in Children and Attention
Getting a good night’s sleep is crucial for children’s physical and emotional well-b…
Behavioral Sleep Problems in Children – Symptoms and Treatment
Behavioral sleep problems in children are a common issue that can cause significant…
Pure O obsessions in children and adolescents with OCD: understanding the invisible compulsions
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that affects…
Imagery Rehearsal Therapy for Nightmares in Children
Nightmares can be a common occurrence in children, and they can disrup…
Sleep Problems and Behavioral Problems in Children: What’s the Link?
As a parent, you want nothing more than for your child to be healthy, happy, and well-…
Exposure and Response Prevention in Children with OCD: How It Can Help
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a common and often debilitating menta…
The Importance of Sleep for Children: Why It Matters for their Health and Development
As parents, we want the best for our children. We make sure they eat well, exercise, and…
Children’s Cross-Cultural Sleep: Understanding Differences and Promoting Healthy Sleep Habits
Sleep is a vital component of children’s development and overall health. However, sleep…
Understanding Childhood Insomnia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Childhood insomnia can be a frustrating and concerning condition for…
Fears and Anxiety in Children
Fear and anxiety are different concepts. Fear occurs when the threat is certain or visible…
Night Wakings in Children
Night wakings in children are one of the common sleep problems that parents face…
The Importance of Sleep Assessment and Treatment in Children
Sleep problems in children are extremely common, between 25%-40% of children aged 1-5 …
Sleep Problems of Children with ADHD
he relationship between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and sleep…
Separation Anxiety in Children
Thoughts of parents of children with Separation Anxiety “I want to think…
Why Distractions Do Not Help Coping with Scary Thoughts for the Long Run
Some of the methods children (and adults) use to try to control frightening thoughts…
Night terrors in children
Night terrors are a sleep phenomenon that occur during sleep mainly in young…
Sleep difficulties and behavioral problems in children
question that repeats many times, is whether the child not sleeping enough because of problematic behaviors…
Should we forcefully try to sleep
Sleep, in order to “arrive”, requires us to do nothing, unlike many other things in life. For most of us, most of the time, we get into…
What impacts more adversely sleep in children and adults, short sleep time or waking up at night?
The question is often asked which is more “difficult”, or which is more disruptive to the sleep of children and…