IntroductionSecondary trauma, also known as vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue, or secondary traumatic stress, is a serious condition that can affect individuals who are exposed to the trauma of others. This is especially common among those who work clo...

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects many children and adults worldwide. For parents, understanding how it presents can be crucial in supporting their children effectively. This guide aims to provide a short overview...

Celebrating The Uniqueness in ChildrenParenting is a mixed journey filled with joy, challenges, and learning experiences. When your child has additional needs, this journey can become even more complex and rewarding. Understanding neurodiversity in childr...

Introduction:Parenting a child with additional needs can present unique challenges, and one such challenge is navigating social anxiety disorder (SAD). Understanding what SAD looks like, feels like, and how it impacts children in various settings is cruci...

Introduction to Therapeutic ParentingParenting is an adventure teeming with challenges, joys, and unexpected twists and turns. For parents of children who have additional needs or who have experienced trauma, this journey can sometimes feel like navigatin...

The Journey of Parenting Children with Additional Needs As a fellow parent and therapeutic art specialist, I navigate the complex journey of raising a child with additional needs, understanding the minefield of challenges we face on a daily basis. From an...

In today's busy world, stress, anxiety, trauma, and grief are common challenges impacting people of all ages. "Mind Full of Art," a therapeutic art practice, has emerged as a beacon of hope in such times, offering a unique and powerful combination of mind...

As February's chill unfolds in the UK, mental well-being is more important than ever and now is as good a time as any to break down the stigma surrounding mental health issues. In this blog, I'll explore the top ten ways for adults and children to support...

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