Tag: children’s mental health
Attention Goes Where Energy Flows
‘Where your attention goes energy flows’ is a common saying in the world of personal development. But is it technically true? Probably not, but it is a useful thing to keep in mind when we are dealing with young people who are causing some challenges in some way[…]
Read moreThe Quiet Pupils within the Classroom
Within any classroom, there is always that select few of very quiet and shy children who find it very difficult to make friends (sometimes because they appear hostile) and are perceived to have skill deficiencies and lower intellect even though this is not necessarily the case. However, because[…]
Read moreThe Benefits of Helping Withdrawn Children
Parents have remarked how their children hold back from expressing themselves in school but will frequently complain about a variety of situations related to school when they get home. Children can express extreme shyness and social issues in school. This manifests itself as: Refusing to ask permission to[…]
Read moreActivities To Help A Child With Anxiety
Childhood anxiety is, according to reports, a growing phenomenon. Some blame the internet for this, some blame urbanisation, some blame modern parenting, some blame exams…the list of potential reasons for the phenomenon goes on and on. Whatever the cause, sadly, it’s now more likely than ever before that a[…]
Read moreBehaviour Frameworks for Children and Teenagers
I read somewhere that children who are disciplined feel more loved and that clear behaviour frameworks improve children’s mental health. It can be difficult to believe that sometimes when all they seem to want to do is push the boundaries! Whether they are toddlers or teenagers there is[…]
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