CALMING KIDS

CALMING KIDS Ways to Turn Anxiety Around

by Ronica O’Hara

It is diffi cult for children to make sense selves, and the kids continued to improve of what’s happening in response to even aft er the study ended. COVID-19 as schools close, sports and According to Lebowitz, lead author extracurricular activities stop and many of the study, the key is to reduce parental people wear masks. Before these unsettling accommodation—actions that parents circumstances took place, one in eight chiltake to soothe and protect their anxious dren experienced anxiety disorders, but now children, like texting to provide constant parents are reporting that even happy-goreassurances, speaking for a child with lucky children that skipped through life have social fears or staying with a child that turned clingy; regressing to playing with old fears separation until they fall asleep. toys or becoming withdrawn. “Th e dramatic Th ese actions may not be a problem in the change in schedules, reduced social contact short term or in tough times, but when and worry about the illness itself can all used repeatedly, the child oft en becomes contribute to the anxiety,” says Eli Lebowitz, more fearful, less confi dent and unable to Ph.D., director of the Program for Anxiety function in a normal manner. Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center. In a new study published in the Journal “Some children will also have relatives or of the American Academy of Child and friends directly impacted by the virus.” Adolescent Psychiatry, parents learned in 12 As the situation improves, so should weekly sessions how to slowly pull back from children’s emotional well-being, but if anxiaccommodating actions while validating the ety lingers, parents can take heart in new child’s emotions and conveying confi dence research from the center that shows how in their ability to handle challenges. Notachildhood anxiety can be reversed before bly, a parent-focused program, Supportive it becomes a crippling adult condition. Th e Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions, study of 124 children aged 7 to 14 with produced better results than the control anxiety disorders found that when parents group, in which the children underwent made simple behavior changes, their kids’ 12 sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy symptoms sharply decreased 87.5 percent learning to replace negative thoughts with of the time and disappeared completely 60 positive ones. More information on this propercent of the time. Parents drew closer to gram for parents and therapists can be found their children and felt less stressed themat SpaceTreatment.net.

Everyday Anxiety-Busters

Here are some other straightforward strategies that can lower childhood anxiety.

Getting physical. “Encourage your child to do any kind of exercise: jumping, swinging, running, catch, tag, hopscotch, biking, hiking, skateboarding. Th ese activities are all considered weight-bearing because they place deep pressure on the joints and muscles, which calms their sensory systems that help regulate emotions,” advises Brittany Ferri, a Rochester, New York, occupational therapist specializing in pediatrics and mental health.

Getting outdoors.Sunlight stimulates the production of vitamin D and moodboosting serotonin, and studies show that even brief nature walks can lower anxiety and improve focus in kids.

Giving them seeds and a shovel.

Planning and working in their own garden give kids a healthy dose of fresh air, physical activity and a sense of accomplishment, and growing their own vegetables makes them more likely to enjoy eating them.

Breathing deep.“Parents can teach children coping skills such as relaxing their body or taking slow deep breaths to help them regulate their anxiety,” says Lebowitz. For example, a child can lie on their back and pretend to blow up a balloon. Or using a fresh fl ower, a child can breathe in the scent through the nose for a count of four, hold the breath for the same amount of time and then breathe out slowly through the mouth.

Playing it out. “Parents can help a child role-play what they could do in a situation that they’re nervous about,” says Leigh Ellen Watts Magness, a clinical social worker and play therapist, in Athens, Georgia. “Th ey can create a puppet show where the characters have a similar problem, create a poster about some strategies they might use to relax or have their fi gurines talk to other toys about how they feel. All of these things help kids process feelings of anxiety.”

Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

Earth-Friendly Pets

Our Animals Can Go Green, Too by Julie Peterson

Although cats and dogs don’t require much more than food, a cozy napping spot and human attention, U.S. pet owners spent $95.7 billion last year on their furry companions, according to the 2019 National Pet Owners Survey Statistics produced by the American Pet Products Association. Th at’s a lot of products, all of which require packaging, shipping, shopping, consumption and waste that the environment must bear. Finding eco-friendly alternatives is key to having a pet that doesn’t inadvertently harm the planet.

Proper Playthings

Pet toys can be costly to the wallet and the environment. Dogs can destroy fl imsy items in seconds and the growing number of cat toys under the couch is money out the window. When choosing a toy, consider the pet’s play style. Look for non-toxic natural fi ber, recycled, upcycled and locally sourced products. Reject plastic and other toxic materials that degrade and leach harmful substances into the pet. Purchase toys that have minimal packaging and remember that it won’t be any fun to play with if it is constantly stuck under the furniture or falls to pieces during the fi rst roughhouse session. Soft toys can be salvaged. Tie them in knots, sew them together or braid them into tug toys. Make soft or tug toys by upcycling old towels or T-shirts. Stuff some catnip in an old sock and let the playing begin. Cats can have as much fun with a paper bag as with an expensive toy. Consider simplicity.

Homeopathic Remedies

Many chemicals and pharmaceuticals can be replaced with simple, natural products. Essential-oil-based insect repellants are safer for pets and people. Apple cider vinegar contains nutrients, vitamins, minerals and enzymes that can be helpful for the treatment of allergies, urinary tract problems, hot spots, dandruff , ear discharge, eczema and stiff joints in dogs, according to Organic Pet Digest. Dr. Marc Smith, a veterinarian at Natchez Trace Veterinary Services, in Nashville, advises, “Apple cider vinegar is a good source of potassium and has excellent antibacterial and antifungal properties to boost the immune system.” A veterinarian trained in traditional Chinese veterinary medicine can oft en provide natural treatments and preventatives using herbs, essential oils and other natural substances. Find such a practitioner at tcvm.com.

Green Grooming

Taking a bath in chemicals seems wrong for both humans and pets. Eco-friendly alternatives are available. “We use shampoos without chemicals, preservatives or phosphates,” says Kim Molnar, owner of Salon Fido LLC, in Cross Plains, Wisconsin. “It keeps the dog from inhaling or absorbing hazardous chemicals and keeps the same from washing down the drain.”

Natural Nourishment

A quality diet is good for the health of pets and the Earth. Many companies use local ingredients, sustainable manufacturing and recyclable packaging. Avoid artifi cial dyes, preservatives, fi llers and chemicals. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, an estimated 56 million cats and 50 million dogs in the U.S. were overweight or obese in 2018. Judicious feeding will trim a pet’s waistline and reduce the amount of packaging and bodily waste a pet produces. “You can reduce the number of products you need by sharing your food with pets. Saving whole-food left overs reduces waste and helps move pets away from processed food,” says Molnar. “Th ere’s so much common sense involved. Feed them food.” Dogs love cooked sweet potatoes, pumpkin, carrots, broccoli and eggs. Cats can have cooked eggs, rice, spinach, pumpkin, salmon and chicken. Be aware of which foods are unsafe for pets. Some examples include onions, chocolate, bones, avocado and grapes.

Pooper Scoopers

Poop happens. Clean it up right. Kitty’s litter can be nontoxic and kept fresh with regular scooping. Picking up aft er the pup keeps green spaces clean and limits excess nutrients going to waterways. “If your dog is harboring any type of intestinal parasites such as hookworms, roundworms or whipworms, then the eggs of those parasites can be present in poo and spread worms to other dogs and people,” says Sarah J. Wooten, DVM, CVJ, in Greeley, Colorado. Dogs and cats may seem to tread lightly on the Earth, but their carbon footprint can be heavy. Help them get green by evaluating what they consume and getting them in step with Mother Nature.

Julie Peterson writes about wellness and environmental issues. Reach out at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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SUNDAY, JULY 5 Pulp & Plants: Homemade Papermaking –2-5pm. Hosted by West Virginia Botanic Garden. Recycle and reconnect with the paper-making process, experiment with inclusions and embedding west Virginia’s native flora. Age 14 and up. $25/members, $35/non-members. Tickets: Forms. DonorSnap.com. 1061 Tyrone Rd, Morgantown, WV. 304-322-2093. Info@wvbg.org

TUESDAY, JULY 7 Planning the Fall Garden Workshop – 10-11am. Hosted by Grow Pittsburgh. Now is the time to plan your fall garden. Online event with Farmer Nick Lubecki, Braddock Farms Manager. This workshop will cover crop planning and selection for any size garden, last planting dates for fall crops, what to store in your house and what can grow into cold months, as well as season extension. Info: GrowPittsburgh.org. 412-362-4769.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8

Low Maintenance Gardening Techniques –

1–2:30pm. Hosted by Grow Pittsburgh. This online webinar will show tips and tricks to making less work for yourself in the garden. Presented as part of the Community Garden Network’s ongoing education series. Open to all gardeners. Online with Zoom. Info: GrowPittsburgh.org. 412-3652-4769.

THURSDAY, JULY 9

Botanic Garden Observations: Field Journal

ing –6am-8:30pm. Unearth your creativity. Try something new. Slow down and draw what you see. Materials provided or bring your own. All ages. $30/ nonmembers, $20/members. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Rd, Morgantown, WV. 304- 322-2093. Info@wvbg.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 10 Couples Night at Gaynor’s School of Cooking – Thru Sept. 6-10pm. Unique menu and opportunity to make a meal with your professional instructors. $165. 309 E Carson St. 412-325-2703. Register: App.GetOccasion.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 11 Art at the Summit – July 11-12. 10am-5pm. Join artists of the Uniontown Art Club for a fine art and craft show and sale. More than 20 artists. “Chinese” auction and live artist demonstrations. Free admission. 101 Skyline Dr, Farmington, PA. 724-438- 8594. Info: UniontownArtClub.org.

10th Annual Peaceful Gathering of Hands –

Noon-8pm. Online event. Hosted by Team Pachamama. A collaborative event to unify diverse groups and neighborhoods to create a more peaceful, sustainable city. Engaging workshops and discussions followed by a big online dance party. All proceeds to benefit Cobe’s rehabilitation after his release from jail. Tickets: $15-$60. Donate via Venmo; get the Zoom login. Info: Philopgh@gmail.com.

Introduction to Kinesiology and Muscle Testing

– Noon-4pm. Hosted by Dr. Lillian Ronzio School of Holistic Health and The Natural Way. A special and rare event, led by the Master herself, Dr. Lillian Ronzio. Learn how applied kinesiology can change your life. $100. 275 Pleasant Valley Rd, Connellsville. Registration/payment required: 724-626-1038. Tickets: RonzioSchool.com. Herb School – Backyard Farm School –1-4pm. Hosted by Grow Pittsburgh and Churchview Farm. Learn how to grow a Chef’s Herb Garden. Chef Csilla Thackray (Legume Bistro) will share recipes and samples. Take home seedlings courtesy of Grow Pittsburgh. $30. Masks and social distancing recommended. Churchview Farm, Churchview Ave Extension. Tara@ChurchviewFarmpgh.com. Tickets: Eventbrite.

SUNDAY, JULY 12 Soil Sisters Plant Nursery Summer Camp – Sundays thru Aug 9. 3-6pm. Limit 10 children. If limit is reached, continue to register to gauge interest to open additional camps. Volunteer opportunity to help open more sessions. Children will learn all about urban gardening and fresh food. $25. Limited scholarships available. Ages 10-13. Camp: 900 Delmont St. Parents will be notified if their child is selected. SoilSisterpgh.com. 412 872-1744. Restorative Yoga and Crystal Singing Bowls – 7:30-9pm. Hosted by Kindred Spirits Yoga + Wellness. A gentle practice involving relaxing poses with props, which are provided. Enjoy relaxing postures while Courtney plays crystal bowls. You can also join via Zoom. Cost: $20 +tax. Tickets: bekindred. net. 747 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Morgantown WV. info@bekindred.net

TUESDAY, JULY 14 Art in Context: Women’s Work – 7-9pm. Hosted by the Andy Warhol Museum. Free online event. Artist’s talk and virtual conversation in conjunction with “Femme Touch”, our exhibition on untold stories of women and femmes who influenced Warhol. Explore the unique challenges facing women in the arts and how the pandemic and unprecedented global movement for racial justice have impacted women. Register: Warhol.org for link and login info. WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 Medicinal Herb Walk and Tea Tasting –6-7pm. Herbalist Michelle Soto of Cutting Root Farm & Apothecary will lead an herb walk in the Peace Labyrinth, Garfield Community Farm, followed by tea tasting featuring those medicinal herbs. Bring a mask and your own tea mug. Social distancing guidelines will be followed. $15. Tickets by Eventbrite. Garfield Community Farm, 509 Wicklow St. 412-979-7764.

SATURDAY, JULY 18 40th Street Riverfront Cleanup – 9am-noon. Hosted by Allegheny CleanWays and Friends of the Riverfront. Work from land and water on our boat “The Rachel Carson” to remove trash from the riverfront. Wear closed-toe shoes/boots and long pants/sleeves. Refreshments, gloves, safety glasses, tools provided. Bring reusable water bottle. Register: FlipCause.com. Basic Land Navigation – 9am-4pm. Hosted by True North Wilderness Survival School. Learn fundamental land navigation skills. Improve your confidence in spending time outdoors. $125 Tickets: ExploreTrueNorth.com. 412-913-6000. Erik@ ExploreTrueNorth.com.

2nd Annual Swissvale Edible Garden Tour

– 10am-6pm. Hosted by Swissvale Community Action. A peek into some of the area’s most unique private gardens. Free event from 10am-3pm followed by celebratory picnic at Swissvale Community Garden. 7301 Denniston Ave. Register for a Garden Tour t-shirt drawing. Inquire on hosting a garden tour, volunteering and sponsorship opportunities. Eventbrite.com. Tickets/info: Swissvale.org.

THURSDAY, JULY 23

Ensuring Urban Ag Sites Remain Protected

Community Assets –Hosted by Grow Pittsburgh and the Allegheny Land Trust. Online event. The Three Rivers Agricultural Land Initiative will present information on urban agricultural projects protected in the Pittsburgh region and what you can do to ensure that they remain community assets long term. Online with Zoom. Info: 412-3652-4769 or GrowPittsburgh.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 25 Art Jam Summer Celebration –7-11pm. Hosted by The Sleeping octopus Events and Diverse Medium: The Art of John Shook. Kid friendly event showcasing the work of 20-to-30 local artists demonstrating their crafts and performance art. Artists and House Hosts bring potluck food and beverages and there is an ongoing, evolving exhibit throughout the house. 1300 Wood St, Wilkinsburg, PA. 724- 797-1517. Info@SleepingoOctopus.com.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29 Nature in the Neighborhood –11-11:30am. Hosted by Baldwin Borough Public Library. Discover the amazing secrets of nature that exist all around you. Participate in Citizen Science Projects in our own neighborhood via the Baldwin Borough Public Library Kids & Teens Facebook Page. 412-885-2255. Baldwin@einetwork.net.

FRIDAY, JULY 31 Arbor Aid 2020 – 6-9pm. Hosted by Tree Pittsburgh. 21 and up; discount for designated drivers! Alongside the Allegheny River listen to music of

DJ Jess, Elias Khouri and the Turpentiners, play lawn games, make adult crafts, watch wood carvers and enjoy food and adult beverage pairings. For every ticket sold, one tree will be planted thanks to Premiere Planting Sponsor Dynegy. Tickets: $40-$60. 412-781-8733. Eventbrite: Info@ TreePittsburgh.org.

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sunday

Soil Sisters Plant Nursery Summer Camp – Thru Aug 9. 3-6pm. Limit 10 children. If limit is reached, continue to register to gauge interest to open additional camps. Volunteer opportunity to help open more sessions. Children will learn all about urban gardening and fresh food. $25. Limited scholarships available. Ages 10-13. Camp: 900 Delmont St. Parents will be notifi ed if their child is selected. SoilSisterpgh.com. 412 872-1744.

monday

Mindful Mondays – Thru Sept. 9-9:10am. Join the Veteran’s Administration Pittsburgh’s Whole Health facilitators for a weekly moment of mindfulness. Call in every day (except federal holidays) at 9am to transform your day. Start your week with an inner calm, serenity, and harmony. Cal 1-844-376-0278, access code: 685412322.

tuesday

Waynesburg Farmers’ Market – Thru Sept. 10am2pm. Hosted by Waynesburg Farmers’ Market and Waynesburg Prosperous & Beautiful at the Green County Courthouse, 10 East High St, Waynesburg. 724-852-5212. Follow COVID guidelines on social distancing, masks, and handwashing. Lawrenceville Farmers’ Market – Thru Sept. 3-6pm. Join more than 20 local farmers and producers in Arsenal Park, 250 40th St. COVID safety protocols are in place. Sign up to attend the market at Lunited.org. Info at 412-802-7220. Guided Meditation with Reiki – Thru Dec 22. 7-7:50pm. 3rd Tue. Hosted by Salt of the Earth. Guided meditation begins with gentle relaxation leading to deep inner awareness and peace. $18. Tickets: Clients.MindBodyOnline.com. Once registered you will receive an email link. Click the link fi ve minutes prior to start. 724-260-0472. LisaMascara@gmail.com. The Salty Core – 7-8pm. 4th Tue. Hosted by Salt of the Earth and Valleybrook Pilates & Fitness. Pilates in the Cave to lengthen and expand muscles for a leaner, stronger you. Incorporate breath, stretch, and strengthening. Open to all levels. 504 Valley Brook Rd, McMurray, PA.Tickets: SaltOfTheEarthpgh.com.

thursday

Restorative Yoga Nidra –Thru Dec. 7-8pm. 2nd Thur. Hosted by Salt of the Earth. Restorative yoga in the salt cave. Nidra, known as yogic sleep, is meant to induce total physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. Bring a mat. Tickets: Clients.MindBodyOnline.com. 504 Valley Brook Rd, McMurray. 724-260-0472. Lisa@SaltOfTheEarthpgh.com.

friday

Couples Night at Gaynor’s School of Cooking – Thru Sept. 6-10pm. Unique menu and opportunity to make a meal with your professional instructors. $165. 309 E Carson St. 412-325-2703. Register: App.getoccasion.com.

saturday

Morgantown Summer Farmer’s Market – Thru Oct. 8:30am-noon. Pick-up only until further notice. Pull in off of 231, enter the market, exit onto Hwy 70. Call Farmboy (270-526-4649) for a to-go breakfast order for hosting. Support local! Place sign with your last name, visible through your windshield, follow our signs and directions for drive-through pick-up. Morgantown Farmers Market, 503 No High St, Morgantown, WV. Info: mfmgamanager@gmail.com. Order online: MorgantownFarmersMarket.org. Virtual Walk with a Doc – Thru Oct 17. 3rd Sat. Hosted by Gentile Family Direct Primary Care. Dr. G will post a health-related educational video on Facebook and Instagram, then look forward to your comments on the health talk, on Walk with a Doc Highland Park Facebook page, on your own social media use #VirtualWWAD, tag @GentileFamilyDirectPrimaryCare, @wwadhp, @walkwithadoc, and @wwadhp. GentileFamilydpc.com.

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