On and Off The Spectrum
How do families react, respond and reorganize after receiving a potentially life altering physical or mental health diagnosis, either for themselves or for someone they love? Dr. Esther Hess and Dr. Ann Kirsch, two experienced and well-known psychotherapists offer strategies, guidance and realistic hope through some of the toughest times that families can face.
On and Off The Spectrum
When Children are Exposed to Trauma
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What Parents Can Do: Dr. Ann and Dr. Estie have a timely discussion between themselves as they review 4 tragic and traumatic world events that occurred within 12 hours of each other towards the end of 2025. Guidance is offered to parents on how to help children of various ages and stages of development tolerate and digest news, how to shield from excessive exposure and support their own self-care.
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Music
Composer / Writer / Author: ROSSANO GENTILI - SIAE IPI: 161539866
