One of the most challenging discipline issues that parents have to face is dealing with a child who talks back to them. Although it is a normal stage of development, but that does not necessarily makes it any easier to … Read more
Study Tips for Children with Learning Difficulties
Studying can be a challenging task for most children but for children with learning difficulties, the challenges are usually harder. To study, besides motivation, one needs to develop skills which can help you to study more productively. Thus, it is … Read more
I caught my son masturbating and now it’s awkward. What should I do?
Isn’t it funny somehow that we teach our children about their different body parts, singing the “head, shoulders, knees and toes”- song, making them touch those areas but when it comes to genitals, we might consider touching abnormal or even … Read more
How can I promote better emotional health in my child?
Most of our society is becoming more advanced and does not stigmatize against the role of emotions. The reason for this is that we are taking a step beyond looking solely at physical health and putting more focus on our … Read more
My ex-partner is alienating my kids from me. What can I do?
Navigating a divorce or separation is rarely an easy experience and when children are involved, it can be even harder. Among other things, one parent may seek to alienate the children from the other parent through various tactics, which may … Read more
How to teach children emotional literacy skills
Why is noticing our feelings important?
From a neuroscientific perspective, when we are putting our feelings into words, this activates our prefrontal cortex (that part of our brain behind our forehead). This moderates the effect that the emotions have in … Read more
Mealtime battles: 7 tips
Mealtimes can be tough for some families. Having a child who refuses to eat many foods offered can be frustrating for parents or anyone trying to help. This may not only have an impact on the diet quality of the … Read more
Am I Alienating my Children?
Many parents want what is best for their kids, but what does ‘best’ look like? When parents are caring for their children under the same roof, there is generally an opportunity for the kids to spend time with both of … Read more
When It Comes To Children: Pica
Children are likely to put things in their mouth which are not food. It is likely that children do this from time to time. Some adults do this as well, some stick their hair into their mouth, or eat the … Read more
Anxiety in Children
Childhood anxiety disorders are common and are experienced between 5 – 10 % of children (Thirwall, 2013). Anxiety disrupts many aspects of children’s development, the social aspect, the emotional side and the academic development. It also presents later life risks … Read more