Dr. Kristin Schaefer-Schiumo

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Such a critical, gentle reminder today and always Thank you MWCABC

It seems hard to believe that eight months of COVID is now upon us, bringing anxiety and stress to whole new levels. Now, the election is only amplifying these feelings. There’s no question there will be a lot to deal with in the upcoming week(s). I have been spending a lot of time thinking, and talking with friends, family, students and clients about what they are doing to focus on self-care during these very unnerving times. [ 310 more words ] https://www.drkristinschaeferschiumo.com//pandemic-and-el/

What can you do when pandemic depression meets seasonal depression? I recently read this Washington Post article, which has some terrific suggestions to help manage your mood as you respond to the pandemic during these shorter, colder days. Tips that I discuss with clients include: being mindful of the warning signs that your mood is slipping into depression, considering using a lightbox or SAD lamp, staying connected with people through technology, consistently using various mindfulness, emotional regulation and self care strategies to even out your mood. And, look into therapy for more support https://www.drkristinschaeferschiumo.com//pandemic-depres/

Thank you Kim Hewson Rodriguez, for posting this... When you have a "typical" or regular child, you feel reasonably assured that class participation and decent study habits will result in good grades. These kids have close friends. They get invited to participate in social things like dances and weekend gatherings. They make the teams, auditioned organizations and clubs. But when you have a child with certain differences, this is often not the case. Learning may take longer..., both academically and socially. Despite their tremendous efforts, results are often a fraction of their peers and social acceptance is fleeting, setting them up for painful comparisons and bitter frustration. Instead of a fun and fulfilling experience, school can become a breeding ground for depression and anxiety, and assignments a battle ground at home. It is exhausting for parent and child alike. This is the week of SPED (Special Education), Autism, Dyslexia, and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) awareness. For all the children who struggle every day to succeed in a world that does not recognize their gifts and talents, and for those who are walking beside them, please let this be a gentle reminder to be kind and accepting of ALL people. Recognize that the "playing field" is not always a level surface. Children who learn differently are not weird. They are merely gifted in ways that our society does not value enough. Yet they want what everyone else wants: To be accepted. If you choose, please copy and paste this in honor of all children who are deemed "different". Our world would be far less beautiful without them. All they want is to have a friend...let that sink in...they JUST. WANT. A. FRIEND. See more