As a child psychologist, wife, and mom of four, I am passionate about sharing practical and user friendly information about parenting with others. I received my Ph.D. in Child Clinical Psychology from Auburn University and completed my internship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Psychology Training Consortium, both APA accredited programs. As a licensed psychologist for more than ten years, a wife, and a mom to four kids ranging in age from 3 to 14, I love to share what works and what doesn’t in my hectic life to best help others on their parenting journey!
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Polly Blake Dunn, Ph.D.
Bio
- Dr. Polly Dunn, PhD
- @childpsychmom
Specialties:
- Psychology
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Credentials
- Education
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Ph.D., Child Clinical Psychology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, 1999M.S., Child Clinical Psychology, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, 1996B.A., Psychology, University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, 1993
- Internship
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Child Clinical Psychology, UAB Psychology Training Consortium, Birmingham, AL, 1999
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- Professional Membership or Societies
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American Psychological AssociationAssociation of Psychology Training Clinics
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How can I reduce my stress levels as a parent?
One of the quickest ways to reduce stress is to learn how and when to say no! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, it’s time to sit back and evaluate. What activities are taking up most of yo...
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What percentage of the population has ADHD?
ADHD is one of the most frequently diagnosed disorders in childhood. Globally, 3 to 5% of school aged children are thought to have ADHD. In the United States, studies have reported even higher prev...
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Who can diagnose and treat ADHD?
If you or your child’s teacher suspects that he or she is having trouble with inattention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity, then a thorough evaluation is needed to determine the nature of their...
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Who is affected by postpartum depression?
In the days and weeks following childbirth, women are especially prone to the baby blues. The baby blues usually subside in about a month, but can include symptoms like tearfulness, difficulty slee...
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What are baby blues?
In the days and weeks following childbirth, women are especially prone to the baby blues. The baby blues usually subside in about a month, but can include symptoms like tearfulness, difficulty slee...
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How do I know if my child with ADHD has a learning disability?
If your child is evaluated for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by a child psychologist, then typically that assessment will also include a review of their academic records. If diffi...
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Will my child's mild behavior problems ever go away?
Sometimes mild behavior problems do go away on their own. It's part of a child's normal development to exhibit some behavior problems. No one is perfect, right? But if your child's behavior problem...
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How can I help during a disaster?
With a number of recent disasters, including devastating tornadoes across the country, there are lots of ways you can help! Here are just a few:Donate items. After a disaster there is usually an ov...
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How can I modify my child's behavior?
Of course we all love our children, but let’s face it, they’re not perfect! They don’t always have good manners, throw more tantrums than we’d like to admit, and sometimes w...
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Is there any way I can help my kids get along?
It’s so tough as a parent to want your children to get along with each other, when all they ever seem to do is squabble! Here are some of my favorite tips to help reduce the infighti...
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