Encompass Parent Talks

Handling Holiday Stress

Episode Summary

Holiday gatherings and activities, shopping for gifts, cooking and baking—while the holiday season is meant to bring us fun and joy, it can also bring extra stress and anxiety, especially for those experiencing trauma. In this episode of Parent Talks, two moms experiencing challenging family situations share how they’re managing this holiday season with their children. Then Encompass Behavioral Health Manager Megan Walsh sits down with us to walk through some steps you can take if you have a child who struggles with behavior and offer some tips on self-care during this busy time.