Does my Child have Separation Anxiety?
Life is full of separations, from birth to nursery to starting school, leaving home and death. The addition of a pandemic may explain why so many parents are contacting me
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Creative Relaxation Ideas for Children
We live in constantly changing times, and it’s been a tough year for us all. The summer holiday is around the corner. There is no better time to practise relaxation
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Does my Child have Generalised Anxiety Disorder? (GAD)
Anxiety is a normal response to a threat; sometimes, it’s good for us. It helps to keep us alert when we are about to take a test or do something
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Managing back to School Fears Following Lockdown.
It’s been quite some time since children have attended school. During the crisis, young people experienced an extended period of disruption. For some, there may have loss and grief. Therefore,
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How to Manage Negative Thinking Patterns.
We are living in challenging and uncertain times. The long-term impact of COVID-19 is unknown. Above all, children could not engage with school, friends, or activities. Consequently, some children may
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Back to School Anxiety.
** Updated**This Autumn term feels so different than before. Knowing how to help your child feel secure about returning to school must be hard. There’s no perfect answer to managing
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6 Ways to be Mindful in Difficult Times
Now, with so many schools closed. We are either working from home or tending to our children without childcare for the foreseeable future. As the wheel of natural order continues
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How to Talk to Your Child about Coronavirus
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
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Free Anxiety Resources
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.
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Recognising Anxiety in your child
Worries and fears are all part of normal child development. Anxiety can rule your child’s life and lead your life. It’s sometimes hard to determine whether it’s a disorder or
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Planning for the School Transition
Every parent knows starting school is not just about buying uniforms and pens. The transition brings many feelings, not just theirs. I know it may seem early to think about
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How to Manage Exam Stress and Study Smart
It’s study and exam time. I feel for you, and I am so relieved that we all survived five years of exams. Just remember, you will all survive it. Here
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