by Debbie Hopper | Nov 17, 2022 | Blog, Child Behaviour
Chores. No one likes them, right? Especially not kids. If it seems that there is always some problem, drama, or mysterious ailment that pops up at your house every time chores are mentioned, you’re not alone! So, is it possible to get kids to do their chores without...
by Debbie Hopper | Sep 9, 2022 | Blog
Weighted blankets are becoming more well-known (as well as more widely available) in recent times, with many parents and professionals recommending them for the benefits they offer to children with sensory issues. But do they live up to their reputation? Let’s dive...
by Debbie Hopper | Jul 1, 2022 | Blog
Big emotions and adolescence go together; it’s a fact of life, and we’ve all been through it. But how we get through it is crucial for emotional success as an adult, and that’s where parents and carers play a vital role in helping teens to learn emotional literacy....
by Debbie Hopper | Jun 23, 2022 | Blog
Test anxiety is real. Just ask any student who’s looking forward to the end of the term with dread. As pressure mounts and the assessments pile up, many students are all too familiar with the feelings of anxiety that accompany them. Even good students often feel...
by Debbie Hopper | Jun 8, 2022 | Blog
Storm anxiety in humans is nothing new. Wild weather has been around since the beginning of time, and it’s natural to fear something big and loud that’s out of our control. Children and adults alike suffer from weather anxiety, but it doesn’t have to cause trauma...
