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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Parenting

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Child Development

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Adderall is a popular drug that's prescribed for ADHD. There are natural alternatives that may also help. Learn more in this article.

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Parenting

How to Discipline a Child with ADHD

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Parenting

Impulse Control Strategies for Kids with ADHD

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Child Development

Why Can’t My Child Focus at School?

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Kids & Tech

Helping Kids with ADHD Manage Screen Time

Excessive screen time is linked to sleep problems, an increase in behavioral issues, strained eyes, lower self-esteem, and other concerns. It is really important to manage your kids' screen time before it leads to worse problems.

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