WRAL TV Broadcast Interview: Family psychologist offers advice for parents with kids in remote learning

Remote Virtual Learning — Tips & Advice for Parents to Help Their Children with School — Dr. Wynns

NBC17 My Carolina - Wynns discusses early Kindergarten

Dr. Kristen Wynns from Wynns Family Psychology joins us with some expert advice on how to determine if your kid is ready to start Kindergarten in the fall, She’s also sharing details on an upcoming Kindergarten Fair where you can find all the help, resources and FREE screenings you’ll need.

WRAL TV Broadcast Interview: Inappropriate Teacher-student Relationships

Experts weigh in on teacher-student sex cases. Mental health specialists say some teachers who engage in sex with students are pedophiles, while others are emotionally needy.

Teens and violence: Triangle mental health experts discuss possible warning signs

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) — In the past month, teenagers were the suspects in the killing of Lyric Woods and Devin Clark, and the Raleigh mass shooting. CBS 17 wanted to know if there any warning signs parents can look for when it comes to teenagers and violence.

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Cary Magazine Article: Overcoming School Anxiety

For many preschool-age children, school anxiety is a real problem that leads to stress, somatic symptoms such as headaches and stomach aches, and behavior problems. In fact, school anxiety is often part and parcel of school refusal, which can be one of the most stressful issues parents face. Parents often feel helpless, guilty and overwhelmed. So what can you do if your preschooler is experiencing school anxiety?

New Lesson for NC Classrooms: Teaching Social Skills

Teachers and parents are realizing some children could use help with the simplest of social skills, like greeting a stranger or carrying on casual conversation. The National Association of School Psychologists now includes the training in its recommended curriculum. In the past, social skills training was exclusively used for students with diagnosed problems such as autism, but psychotherapist Kristen Wynns says more children now need basic training on how to relate to others. Wynns Family Psychology is featured in this Public News Service social skills article. You can download the Public News Service social skills MP3 news clip here. Learn more about Wynns Family Psychology Social Skills Groups.

Early entry to Kindergarten - DCDC Podcast

Discovery Child Development Center Podcast Episode 27 - Early entry to Kindergarten - Dr. Kristen Wynns of Wynns Family Psychology (Cary and North Raleigh) joins us to discuss the process of early entry into kindergarten, as well as factors parents should weigh when considering early entry.

Building Trust in Your Marriage—In a marriage, what are the building blocks of trust?

According to the dictionary, trust is defined as “the assured reliance in the character, ability, strength, or truth of someone or something.” Having it is a critical factor and also the main foundation for any relationship, whether it’s a friendship, a parent-child relationship, or a marriage. Once trust is broken and an individual no longer feels that he or she can rely on their partner, the bond of faith can be very challenging to repair and rebuild.