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How to Tell Your Child the Family Pet Has Died (Without Adding Fear)

How to Tell Your Child the Family Pet Has Died (Without Adding Fear)

How to Tell Your Child the Family Pet Has Died (Without Adding Fear)Dr. Marissa Caudill
Published on: 10/20/2026

Child psychiatrist Dr. Marissa Caudill shares expert advice on how to talk to kids about pet loss without adding fear, based on her own family's experience.

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When School is Hard for Your Child, the Real Work Starts at Home

When School is Hard for Your Child, the Real Work Starts at Home

When School is Hard for Your Child, the Real Work Starts at HomeDr. Marissa Caudill
Published on: 07/15/2026

School struggles often signal deeper issues. Dr. Marissa Caudill explains why fixing academic challenges starts with understanding what's happening at home.

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