by Hillside | Sep 22, 2020 | News & Info
Hillside is taking immediate actions to protect our clients and staff. Using the guidelines from the Center for Disease Control and the Georgia Department of Public Health, the Coronavirus Task Force, comprised of Hillside’s leadership staff, meets several times per...
by Hillside | Aug 26, 2020 | News & Info
Many families have experienced some sort of disruption these past few months. Having conversations about social isolation, ways to stay safe in public spaces, or global and national news can bring up feelings like confusion, stress, or uncertainty. In preparation for...
by Hillside | Jul 22, 2020 | News & Info
Racism is not hard-wired in humans — it’s something that’s learned. Parents and teachers need to talk to their children and teens about racism to prevent the damage and trauma it causes. Although addressing racism with kids may seem like a challenge, it...
by Hillside | Jul 20, 2020 | Mental Health
Going back to school this year feels daunting. With so many rapidly changing factors, one thing seems to stay constant- the stress. During this crisis, many of us are feeling continually overwhelmed which can be detrimental to our physical and mental health. It is a...
by Hillside | Jul 8, 2020 | News & Info
Kids have rough days. Children can display less-than-perfect behaviors for a variety of reasons. Maybe they’re tired, disappointed, or frustrated. Perhaps they’ve eaten too much sugar or are exhausted from a particularly grueling day at school. But what if...
by Hillside | Apr 22, 2020 | News & Info
Fostering animals, donating to restaurant workers and cooking meals for families in need, are just some of the ways in which the public has contributed during the COVID-19 crisis. I’m sure we’ve all felt helpless at times and the act of helping not only makes us feel...
by Hillside | Apr 2, 2020 | Anxiety, Depression, Self Harm, Suicidal Thoughts
Our highly stressful world requires children and adolescents to cope with a wide array of negative emotions, and not everyone has the tools to do so. When children learn how to manage and reduce their stress, they achieve better outcomes in school and avoid the...
by Hillside | Mar 16, 2020 | Mental Health, News & Info
We can often fall into the trap of living in the past or the future. We dwell upon why something happened to us whilst fearing what could happen. This can lead our brain to perceive situations as threats making it difficult to regulate our emotions. Being mindful can...
by Hillside | Jan 28, 2020 | Anxiety
Love is in the air and the shops are full of cards and candy. Valentine’s Day can be fun, but it can also be a difficult time for people who might be struggling with personal relationships. The most important relationship we have, is with ourselves. Let’s look at how...
by Hillside | Jan 15, 2020 | News & Info
When a child or adolescent has behavioral issues, it can cause several problems in the lives of those around them. More than seven percent of children aged three to 17 have a diagnosed behavioral problem, but only 53.5 percent receive treatment for their disorders....
