Dr. Sanam Hafeez, Psy.D, is a NYC-based neuropsychologist. She is also the founder and director of Comprehend the Mind. Hafeez received her doctorate from Hofstra University and went on to train as a ...

From sensory corners to cozy nooks, educators and parents are rethinking how to help children regulate emotions and focus. Thoughtfully designed spaces with soft seating, sensory tools, and calming ...

On a typical day at the Holyoke Children’s Museum, there is a hustle and bustle as small children run around role-playing as police officers and firefighters, flashing lights from a replica ambulance ...

While work or school can be stressful, it can be nice to get out and enjoy the outdoors to calm down sometimes. Photojournalist Josh Monroe went to Kids Creek in Traverse City to show us some calm ...

From bedtime struggles to after-school chaos, calming music can be a gentle anchor for children’s emotions. Research shows it can improve focus, reduce stress, and even strengthen social skills. With ...

A day at the Dollywood Family Amusement Park is filled with enough sights, sounds and colors to overstimulate anyone ⁠— especially those with autism. That’s why Dollywood safety manager Judy Toth, who ...