Dr. Carrie Jackson, PhD

Licensed Child Psychologist
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Carrie Jackson, Ph.D. is a licensed child psychologist, speaker, and author working in San Diego, California. She has published over 20 articles and book chapters related to parenting, ADHD, and defiance. Dr. Carrie Jackson received her Ph.D. in Psychology, with a specialization in Clinical Child Psychology, from West Virginia University in 2020. She completed her predoctoral internship at Rady Children’s Hospital through the University of California, San Diego. She then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Nationwide Children’s Hospital before returning to San Diego, California to open her private practice.

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Parenting

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Parenting

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Uncover the top eight benefits of video games for kids, including how they can improve cognitive skills, and enhance problem-solving abilities.

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Parenting

Why Your Child with ADHD Won't Brush Their Teeth

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Parenting

Behavior Monitoring Methods and Strategies that Work

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Child Development

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