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Hopscotch’s Guide to Managing Holiday Stress

For: Ages 5-12

Back to Basics

Hopscotch’s Guide to Managing Holiday Stress

For: Ages 5-12

While the holidays can be a time of excitement and joy, they can also be chaotic and stressful for parents and kids. Our behavioral health experts share advice for managing the holiday blues, cultivating gratitude in kids, and staying grounded in what is important to you.

Hopscotch Contributors

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Dr. Beatrice Wood

Professor of Psychiatry, Pediatrics, and Psychology, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
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Dr. April Duncan

Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Play Therapist, Founder of BMH Connect, Co-Founder of St. Louis Play Therapy Institute
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Ella Sims

Founder of Becoming Women, devoted to supporting young girls by providing them with the tools they need to handle everyday challenges.
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Z. Andrew Jatau

Head of Clinical Programming and Licensed Professional Counselor
Article

How to Help Your Kids Manage Holiday Stress

Hopscotch Clinical Advisor Dr. Beatrice Wood shares how to prepare kids for potential holiday stressors and encourage positive conversations around the table.
Video

Try These Activities When Your Kids Have the Holidays Blues

Dr. April Duncan, licensed clinical social worker and play-therapist, shares interventions for anxiety, sadness, and grief.
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A Calming Meditation for Overwhelmed Parents

Hopscotch educator Ella Sims guides caregivers through an exercise to identify the family values, traditions, and experiences that truly make the holidays special.
Activity

Establish a Family Tradition of Practicing Gratitude

The holiday season is a popular time to reflect on what you are thankful for, but you can do this activity with your child anytime to practice gratitude.

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Watching your little ones struggle is hard. Hopscotch is here to help you find a provider who can meet your child’s needs, whether they’re dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD or another behavioral issue. We partner with national insurance carriers to ensure your session is covered.

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