Although some fears and worries are typical in children, persistent or extreme forms of fear and sadness could be due to anxiety or depression. Learn about anxiety and depression in children
The U.S. faces a growing shortage of mental health professionals trained to work with young people — at a time when depression and anxiety are on the rise.
You can be taught to have a more positive attitude. And — if you work at it — a positive outlook can lead to less anxiety and depression.
Initiative is a ‘gap filler,’ not a free ride, official says; up to 18,000 students are expected to benefit in 2019-2020 academic year
TOMS RIVER – Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity, in partnership with Amboy Bank, will host a Personal Finance and Budgeting workshop on Tuesday May 14th from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Habitat ReStore, 1214 Route 37 East, Toms River.
The Ocean County Library’s Homeschool Fair will take place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 17 at the Toms River Branch.
Lawmakers are looking to dramatically increase federal funding to support respite care for families of those with disabilities and other special needs.
With summer quickly approaching, the free entertainment options here in Ocean County will be plentiful! Now, we've got the schedule for the Seaside Heights free Monday Concert Series.
Beginning May 15 and ending Sept. 1, teens who fall within that age range will be able to work out for free at Planet Fitness gym locations nationwide.
Tis' the season for the best fresh fruit and veggies here at the Shore. Delicious, I can't wait...some of the best Farmer's Markets are right here in Ocean County! They all pretty much start opening up for the season next month.
Ocean County Summer Camp and Recreation Ideas
Do you love to hike? Do you love to take your dogs with you? Then here is a list of some of the best hiking parks in the Garden State for you and your furry friends to enjoy.
On Monday, March 11th, the Assembly Human Services Committee Chair Assemblywoman Joann Downey (D-11) invited guests to provide testimony regarding the challenges faced by individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health conditions, including those with severe challenging behavior.
TRENTON, NJ — A bill sponsored by Assemblyman Edward "Ned" Thomson (R-Monmouth/Ocean) that increases the penalties for failing to report child sexual abuse has been signed into law by Gov. Phil Murphy.
The program is set for 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, at Brick Township High School. Registration is required for the program that offers strategies for helping children struggling with a variety of behavioral issues.
For youth determined eligible for developmental disability services, the New Jersey Children's System of Care (CSOC) will be providing Summer Camp Services to eligible children, youth, and young adults under 21 years of age.
[Toms River, NJ} – O.C.E.A.N., Inc., (Host of this event), invites the public to visit its new location at 1256 Indian Head Plaza Toms River, NJ 08755
ATTENTION ALL OCEAN COUNTY CIACC PROVIDERS, PARTNERS, EDUCATORS, PARENTS, FRIENDS, ETC.
For the first time in team history, the BlueClaws, a Class A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, will host an LGBTQ Pride Night to celebrate people from every sexual orientation and genders.
Event runs from 5 pm - 8 pm at FirstEnergy Park
The Rutgers University Board of Governors approved a proposal Tuesday by the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology to build a new facility for the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services on Rutgers-New Brunswick’s Douglass campus.
Over the past several years, as diagnoses mushroomed, society has developed an increasing number of resources to help children with autism and their families. But once those children become adults, the resources become scarce.
Experts largely agree on steps New Jersey should take to create a more effective and efficient Medicaid system and reform plans have already been drafted for some changes, like reforming how doctors are paid for their care and improving services for those with complex needs.
First Lady Tammy Murphy will join DCF Commissioner Christine Norbut Beyer in a press conference on Wednesday, February 13, 2019, 11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. in the Pure Conference Room at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell
New Legislation
Expanded Limits for Emergency Assistance
Misconception #1: Victims of human trafficking will immediately ask for help or assistance and will self-identify as a victim of a crime.
Aim is to improve diagnosis and treatment of mental illness and substance abuse issues among children and adolescents
A maximum total of $25,000 is available to fund one or more projects. Funding is to be used for expansion or creation of resources available to Ocean County youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, developmental, intellectual, and substance use needs, and their families.
Teaching your child how to manage his fears without parental intervention will help him build the confidence and independence he’ll need to feel more in control, and less afraid, both now and as he grows up.
Improvements in school climate can reduce suspension rates by 10 percent, MU study finds
Sesame Street introduced a new storyline for Muppet Lily, who first joined the show nearly a decade ago. According to Sherrie Westin, president of global impact and philanthropy for Sesame Workshop, Lily is their first character to face homelessness.
A district letter urges parents to watch kids' internet use after first-graders were discussing the dangerous social media phenomenon.
Amid an opioid crisis that has increased the need for foster care, states are struggling to find enough foster families to take in kids. A shortage of affordable housing in many places is making the problem even worse.
TRENTON – The Department of Children and Families (DCF) today announced the creation of an Office of Family Voice, the first of its kind among public child welfare agencies nationwide.
TRENTON — New Jersey legislators prioritized food assistance programs and initiatives last week when they passed or approved of several bills in committee meetings that would help feed people and reduce waste.
On May 12, 2017, CANTASD hosted a discussion among experts and practitioners in the field to discuss the impact of parental incarceration on children and families.
PerformCare is excited to be launching several automated mobile phone texting campaigns for youth and families in the Children’s System of Care, designed to provide better engagement and satisfaction with CSOC-involved families.
Parents who force unremorseful kids to apologize to others before they're truly sorry may do more harm than good.
The ‘housing first’ model of treating homeless people in a ‘humanistic and holistic way’ is gaining ground in the Garden State as elsewhere in the country
PORTLAND — For Portland resident Stephen Canova, thoughts of suicide came unexpectedly one December night. Then 20, a sophomore in college, unhappy and disconnected from his tightknit home community, he tried to kill himself.
NJ Human Services Announces New One-Stop, Online Application for Older New Jerseyans to Access Benefits
Researchers at the Institute for Autism Research at Canisius College found an innovative school treatment yields significant improvements for elementary-school children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Youths identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or another nonheterosexual identity (sexual minority youths) report more violence victimization, substance use, and suicide risk than do heterosexual youths.
Society doesn’t seem to understand autism. They don’t know what it is — or what it isn’t. That needs to change.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse's newly updated Mind Matters series focuses on easy-to-understand scientific facts.
Plenty of situations make kids feel nervous and uncomfortable. But how do parents know when a child is suffering from anxiety that requires professional attention? Here’s how to tell the difference and get your child the care he needs.
It ought to be easier to raise pro-social children — kids who are helpful and kind and empathic — since the impulse toward pro-social behavior is something we’re born with.
Tips on responding to difficult toddler behavior
his 2018 Children’s Mental Health Report looks at how widespread these disorders are, how they develop, and the risks of untreated anxiety.
