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The Power of Connection: Finding Your Village as a Parent of a Neurodiverse Child
Parenting is a journey filled with joy, challenges, and a constant learning curve. But when you're parenting a neurodiverse child, the experience can sometimes feel isolating. Read more
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Reframing Behaviour: Seeing Beyond Meltdowns and Anxiety
Parenting or working with children who exhibit challenging behaviours can feel overwhelming. A meltdown in the supermarket, refusal to engage in tasks, or sudden bursts of anger can often leave adults feeling helpless and frustrated. Read more
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Therapeutic Art for Neurodiverse Children: Winter Activities to Help Families Reset.
Discover therapeutic art activities designed for neurodiverse children to help families reset this winter. Explore calming, sensory-friendly projects that encourage creativity, emotional regulation, and meaningful family connections. Read more
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Managing Christmas: Chaos to Calm for Neurodiverse Families
Explore practical mindfulness tips and activities to help families build emotional well-being, reduce stress, and create calm, connected moments together.
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The Benefits of Counselling for Children and Teenagers: A Guide for Parents, Teachers, and Carers
Discover mindful parenting strategies to help children manage emotions, build emotional awareness, and reduce stress through simple, practical techniques. Read more
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The UK Education System is Failing Our Neurodivergent Children: Where Do We Go From Here?
IntroductionAs a parent of a neurodivergent child and a therapeutic art specialist working with children who struggle with:• Overwhelm• Anxiety• Sensory processing disorder• Low self-esteemI witness daily the glaring gaps in the UK education system. While... Read more
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Understanding Secondary Trauma: A Comprehensive Guide for Caregivers
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... Read more
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Understanding ADHD: A Guide for Parents
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... Read more
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An Introduction To Neurodiversity:
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... Read more
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A short guide to Social Anxiety Disorder in Children
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... Read more
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