Developmental Health Archives

The Art of Healing – Using Art as Therapy with Teenagers and Young Adults

29 Jan , 2021 - Blog, Developmental Health, Mental Health

Art therapy is often used to help teenagers and young adults who are experiencing a range of challenges, such as bereavement, family breakdown, anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, behavioural or social problems, or difficulties relating to abuse, neglect or trauma. Research has repeatedly shown that positive change occurs during the process of physical engagement with […]

What are the different types of attachment?

10 Jul , 2020 - Behavioral Health, Blog, Developmental Health

In developmental psychology ‘attachment theory’ explores the emotional bond between one human and another (mostly between caregiver and infant). During the first six months’ of a baby’s life, the caregiver must exhibit adequate nurturing to their newborn to establish a close bond. If a healthy bond cannot be established during the baby’s early developmental phase […]

Excluded from School – Teenagers who find themselves at the end of the educational line

27 May , 2020 - Behavioral Health, Blog, Developmental Health, Substance Abuse

ADHD, Substance Use Disorder, Bipolar, emotional instability; along with other enduring mental health conditions can leave parents with few options following school exclusion. Finding a supportive environment where young people can reach their potential is a concern for parents who discover that options with or without a diagnosis can be limited. Parents have a tough […]

Is my Child Addicted to Gaming? The tell-tale signs and how to help

23 Apr , 2020 - Blog, Developmental Health, Gaming Addiction

Let’s be frank, as parents we didn’t grow up with the advanced technology our children enjoy today. Even if we had a mobile phone or PlayStation we didn’t have access to the choice available today. Yes, our children are lucky. So lucky. Being a child in the Age of Technology means having access to whole […]

Teenagers and sleep: The effects of sleep deprivation

12 Apr , 2020 - Behavioral Health, Developmental Health, Sleep Disorders

Many parents think that teens have it easy. We blame them for going to bed too late and then get stressed with them for not getting up on time for school in the morning. Whilst it’s true that many teenagers do tend to go to bed later than they should, this is mainly due to […]

Understanding Dyspraxia

11 Mar , 2019 - Behavioral Health, Blog, Developmental Health

I’m not clumsy. I am not stupid and I hate having toothpaste on my shirt.Understanding Dyspraxia – A parent and teen’s guide‘Everyone called me stupid, clumsy too. My Mum was worried that sometimes I didn’t think about things like my brother. I was worried about being bullied, losing my football and always having toothpaste on […]

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Developmental Health

The Art of Healing – Using Art as Therapy with Teenagers and Young Adults

What are the different types of attachment?

Excluded from School – Teenagers who find themselves at the end of the educational line

Is my Child Addicted to Gaming? The tell-tale signs and how to help

Teenagers and sleep: The effects of sleep deprivation

Understanding Dyspraxia

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