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Coping with Kids: The Aftermath of the Franklin and Palisades Fires

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There is not a "How to..." book on helping kids cope with the trauma of the Franklin and Palisades fires. To overcome uncertainty, there are bits and pieces of advice that parents and local child experts can piece together as a community to overcome the challenges from the recent emergencies. Clinical Child Psychologist Genevieve Skale said some benefits come from a large … [Read more...] about Coping with Kids: The Aftermath of the Franklin and Palisades Fires

Opinion: Watching Kids’ Cartoons as Adults Can Help Relieve Stress

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Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.When entering the world of adulthood, there’s an unspoken shift in tone.Life begins to feel more serious as people navigate through pursuing higher education, getting a career, starting a family, etc. There isn’t as … [Read more...] about Opinion: Watching Kids’ Cartoons as Adults Can Help Relieve Stress

Opinion: Are You Busy, or Are You Avoiding Being Alone With Your Own Thoughts?

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Art by Mary PalumboTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.Students often view summer break with a breath of relief — the full weight of school lifts, and there is more room to relax. However, after a while, they quickly find themselves bored and scramble for … [Read more...] about Opinion: Are You Busy, or Are You Avoiding Being Alone With Your Own Thoughts?