Kristi Pahr Title: Freelance news writer Education: The University of Georgia Location: South Carolina Expertise: Parenting, neuroscience, mental health Kristi Pahr is a freelance writer specializing in health, mental health, and parenting. Experience Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Washington Post, InStyle, Good Housekeeping, Parents, Real Simple, Men's Health, and many others. About Parents Parents, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning online resource for trustworthy, empathetic, and supportive information and inspiration for your families. We reach 9 million readers a month. Our content is written by experienced journalists, fact checked, and reviewed by our Expert Review Board for accuracy. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.