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Child anxiety or high sensitivity can look surprisingly similar in preschoolers. In this Beyond the Sessions Q&A, Dr. Sarah Bren and Dr. Emily Upshur explain how to spot patterns, respond without feeding fear, support nervous system regulation, and know when professional guidance may help.

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435. Q&A: Does my child have anxiety or are they just highly sensitive?

Preschooler holding a parent’s arm, showing anxiety, sensitivity, and a need for reassurance.

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434. Back by Popular Demand: What to do when your child says, “I’m stupid,” “I hate myself,” or “I’m a bad kid”

Young boy yelling, representing negative self-talk, intense frustration, and big emotions in children.

Negative self-talk in children can sound alarming, but it often signals a deeper feeling or unmet need. In this five-year anniversary episode, Dr. Sarah Bren and Dr. Emily Upshur explain what to say when kids call themselves stupid, bad, or unlovable, and how to build resilience over time.

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433. Q&A: What do I do when my child says “no” to everything?

Boy standing with crossed arms, representing a strong-willed child resisting an everyday request.

Child says no to everything? In this Beyond the Sessions Q&A, Dr. Sarah Bren and Dr. Emily Upshur explain why strong-willed kids resist everyday requests and how connection, autonomy, and collaborative problem solving can reduce power struggles and build cooperation.

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432. The gut-brain connection: How food affects your child’s mood, behavior, and mental health with Dr. Uma Naidoo

Father serving a child a balanced meal, illustrating the gut-brain connection and family nutrition.

The gut-brain connection in children can shape mood, focus, behavior, and emotional regulation. In this expert interview, nutritional psychiatrist Dr. Uma Naidoo shares realistic ways to add fiber, whole foods, and brain-supportive nutrients without restriction, perfection, or more mealtime stress.

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