Author Archives: Dr. Marni Axelrad, Child Psychologist

About Dr. Marni Axelrad, Child Psychologist

I am a board certified clinical child and adolescent psychologist at Texas Children's Hospital. I work primarily with developing children aged 18 months to 6 years and their families.

I typically treat children with behavioral difficulties. These difficulties can be associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), difficult temperament, or just normal development.

October 9, 2012

Sleep For Young Children: Getting My Child To Fall Asleep At Night

…continued from yesterday’s blog post, Sleep For Young Children: How Much Sleep Does My Child Need? Are Naps Necessary? My child does not seem tired at bedtime. If your children … Full Entry »

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October 8, 2012

Sleep For Young Children: How Much Sleep Does My Child Need? Are Naps Necessary?

All parents will run across sleep dilemmas with their child at some point. If it doesn’t happen at 5 months old, it will happen at 5 years old, but it … Full Entry »

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December 20, 2011

Children And Tantrums

Have you ever been in a public setting and felt everyone staring at you as your child melts down into a screaming fit? Ever find yourself avoiding an errand with … Full Entry »

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