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Caring for kids is one of the most important, and sometimes most challenging jobs there is. Raising children takes patience, energy, and support.<\/p>\n

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed.\u00a0When children push boundaries, act out or struggle to express their big feelings, you may be unsure of where to turn for help and support. You don’t have to figure it out on your own.<\/p>\n

Help is available, and it starts with knowing where to turn.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsearch for resources\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n

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Get Help From Your Pediatrician<\/h3>\n

When challenging behaviors occur frequently or persist beyond a phase, connect with support as early as possible. It’s risky to assume that your child will “grow out of it.”<\/p>\n

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First, talk to your child’s pediatrician or healthcare provider. Bring questions, concerns, and examples to your appointment. Use this tip sheet<\/a> (English\/Spanish) from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to prepare for and guide the conversation.<\/p>\n\t

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For immediate help, call one of the Maryland hotlines. Caring and compassionate people are always available to offer help and support.<\/p>\n\t\t

24-Hour Parenting HelpLine
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The Family Tree runs Maryland’s Parenting HelpLine.<\/p>\n

Dial 1-800-243-7337 for free and confidential parenting support, advice, and community resources.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn about the HelpLine\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t

Opolo Health
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For a concern about child mental health or substance use, call or text 988.<\/p>\n

There is hope. Talk to a trained professional.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tK\u1ecd \u1eb9k\u1ecd nipa 988 ni Maryland\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t

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Connect with 211 for help with child care, early intervention, programs for children, food, recreational opportunities, or ongoing mental health support.<\/p>\n

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Early Intervention Programs<\/h2>\n\t\t

If you have concerns, a child development specialist may be able to evaluate the child for eligibility of early intervention services.<\/p>\n

Children Under 3<\/h3>\n

For children under age 3, connect with the Maryland Aw\u1ecdn \u1ecdm\u1ecd-\u1ecdw\u1ecd ati Eto Aw\u1ecdn \u1ecdm\u1ecdde<\/a>. They screen children for developmental delays and atypical behavior. You’ll need to create an account and find out if you qualify for a free evaluation or services.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind an Infants and Toddlers Program\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t

Child Find: Ages 3+<\/h3>\n\t\t

Once a child turns 3, support is available from Child Find (through most school districts) for families who need help with autism, emotional disability, intellectual impairment, developmental delays, speech\/language, or a number of other disabilities.<\/p>\n

Child Find is available in each Maryland county.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tchild find locations\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Maryland Family Support Programs<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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The agency can help you navigate behavioral health concerns as a family through its family peer support program. They can help with IEPs and other resources needed to support the family and child.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tConnect with peer support\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t

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The resource kit provides information on several topics, including eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.<\/p>\n

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Supporting A Child’s Social And Emotional Growth <\/b>\u00a0<\/h2>\n

Grown-ups are the single most important factor for a child’s healthy development. Children are not born with the social and emotional skills needed in life. So, it’s understandable that for some children, managing all of this can feel overwhelming, leading to behavior challenges.<\/p>\n

To understand how a child’s brain develops, think of an air traffic control tower at a busy airport. There’s a lot happening at once – planes are landing, going to and from gates and taking off. <\/p>\n

Someone has to manage all that traffic! Similarly, a child must learn how to manage the various things happening around them in their environment, both socially and emotionally.\u00a0<\/p>\n\t

Learning how to manage all these stimuli allows them to focus their attention, filter distractions, and mentally switch gears when needed.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Through play, you can help your child practice these skills as an air traffic controller!<\/p>\n

In this engaging video, a Harvard Professor, emphasizes the importance of play in a child’s brain development.<\/p>\n\t