Thriving with ADHD: Building Coping Mechanisms Through Connection and Co-Regulation
Connection through co-regulation is such a crucial aspect of parenting, especially when it comes to teens with ADHD. By learning through creating coping strategies to co-regulate we connect and we are able to communicate calmly, openly and honestly.
Exam stress for teenagers – and what to do about it!
Exam season is upon us (how come its come round so soon I hear you mumble?) and with it comes a significant amount of stress! Whilst exam stress affects the nervous system for all students, it can be especially challenging for those with ADHD to manage the stress of exams.
Core Values for Teens & Parents: Benefits of Knowing Them.
As a parent of a teenager with ADHD, one area that can be overlooked is the importance of identifying and understanding your child’s core values. And just as importantly your own.
Inside Out: A Powerful Tool for Parents to Teach Their Teens About Emotional Regulation and the Role of the Nervous System in Mental Health
Are you a parent of a tween or teen who is looking for an engaging and educational movie to watch with your child? Look no further than the Pixar film, Inside Out.
The Paradox of Too Much Information: How It Affects Our Nervous System
What is the paradox of too much information?
The paradox of too much information refers to the idea that while having access to a vast amount of information can be beneficial, it can also be overwhelming and lead to decision paralysis.
Want to reduce sibling spats & family blowouts? – create a sensory processing profile!
Do you wish there was a way to create a more peaceful and harmonious home environment?Create a sensory processing profile for each family member. Identify what rubs each of you the wrong way.
Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Adolescence.
Raising a teenager is hard enough – dealing with their emotional roller coaster can seem impossible at times. Learn how to cope and help your teen through this tough time.
The DSM-5 – A Blessing Or A Curse For Our Young?
Reading many of the parenting social media support groups available online – I can’t help but at times feel uncomfortable at the way diagnostic labels are normalised to identify our children’s mental health. Don’t get me wrong – I am not saying that they should be shelved. There is some place for them. But is […]
The Importance of Incorporating Kindness in the School Ethos
Introduction As we welcome a new school year, it’s the perfect time to revisit and redefine our approach to kindness within our school community. Imagine if we treated kindness not just as an individual virtue, but as the lifeblood of our educational environment – the nervous system that connects and vitalises every aspect of school […]
What causes parent-teenager relationships to breakdown?
There are many potential reasons why parent-teen relationships can break down, but here are five common ones: