We look forward to the summer holidays with a mixture of feelings, don’t we? If you are a working parent, you may have to consider an activity holiday club. This is not always straightforward for a child who may be anxious in new social...
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Anxiety is a normal response to a threat and sometimes it’s good for us. It helps to keep us alert when we are about to take a test or do something new. Most children go through times when they feel very frightened about things and the...
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It’s been quite some time since children have attended school. During the crisis young people have experienced an extended period of disruption. For some, there may have loss and bereavement. Therefore, it is perfectly normal for you or...
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We are living in challenging and uncertain times. The long term impact of COVID-19 is unknown. Above all, children were unable to engage with school, friends, or activities. Consequently, some children may be especially down on themselves. Maybe...
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** Updated**This Autumn term feels so different than before. It must be hard to know how to help your child feel secure about the return to school. There’s no perfect answer to manage the new term and how to help your child settle. It is...
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Now, with so many of the schools closed. We are either working from home or tending to our children without child care for the foreseeable future. As the wheel of the natural order continues and new developments emerge, we will most likely, all...
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I imagine your child has returned from school and is talking about Coronavirus. The media is full of it and I imagine you are worried and concerned too. It’s hard to find the balance in situations such as these. Here are some ideas on how...
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Many parents often feel concerned that talking to your child about anxiety will make them even more anxious. However, if you don’t, they may think there is something wrong with them. I’ve worked with children who think they weird...
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Parents often ask me about free resources on anxiety. I thought I would offer you a snapshot of my favourite books, websites, and Apps that may help your child now. I always share my posts on my Facebook page. If you know any other resources that...
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Worries and fears are all part of normal child development. In my experience, anxiety can rule not only your child’s life, but it can rule your life as well. It’s sometimes hard for you to ascertain whether it’s a disorder and or just...
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Every parent knows that starting school is not just about buying uniforms and pens. The transition is often more to do with yours and your child’s feelings. I know it may seem early to think about this, however, it’s always good to...
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Transitions, the comings, and goings ( Attachments and Separations) are all part of life. Given the recent pandemic, it highlighted the need to be together and also the need to be separate. Many of us including myself had to adapt. In so many...
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