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How Executive Functions Coaching Can Transform Your Adolescent’s Life

March 23, 2023 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals Adolescents, Attention, Cognitive Skills, EF Coaching, Emotional Regulation, Executive Functioning, Organisation, Processing Speed

Takeaway: Coaching differs from tutoring because it goes beyond helping your adolescent with schoolwork. Instead, it offers strategies and techniques to improve their executive functions – which then triggers large-scale life changes. The result? Your adolescent has an action plan to gain more control of their life gradually. And this transformation can help them feel calmer and more fulfilled. Read More

Why Is Meditation Great For Calming Anxious Adolescents?

March 11, 2023 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals ADHD, Adolescents, Anxiety, Meditation, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Takeaway: Meditation can help change the baseline state of your adolescent’s mind – gradually making her a calmer, less anxious version of herself. The trick is to start small (3 minutes a day, at first) and find a meditation style that suits her personality and needs. Read More

Why Does Autism Affect Your Child’s Eye Contact?

February 27, 2023 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals ASD, Early Signs, Gaze Aversion, Neurodiversity, Non-Verbal, Reduced Eye Contact, Social-Communication Skills

Takeaway: There are psychological, social, sensory, and biochemical reasons why children with autism shy away from eye contact. So, it’s important to know which triggers to work on and how best to address them. Your best option? Find an autism specialist to help create a custom support plan for your child. Read More

Why Media Overload Could Be Harming Your Adolescent’s Mental Health

January 24, 2023 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals Anxiety, Bullying, Communication, Connections, Get Active, Good Sleep Habits, Parental Control, Social Media, Teens, Well-being

Takeaway: Adolescents with unfiltered media access are regularly exposed to inappropriate content and are at risk for developing physical, mental health, and addiction-related problems. The solution? Audit your child’s online life and set up fair, transparent, and enforceable rules for using the internet. Read More

What Is Life Like For Children With Sensory Processing Disorder

January 7, 2023 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals ASD, Developmental Delays, Motor Skills, Occupational Therapist, Over-Responsive System, Self Regulation, Sensory Diet, Sensory Integration Therapy, Sensory Processing Difficulties

Takeaway: We make sense of the world around us because our brains process a constant stream of sensory signals. But for some people, these signals get crossed and become like a traffic jam in their heads – an unsettling experience, especially for young children who can’t explain what they’re going through. Thankfully, we can tackle these difficulties using tools like sensory integration therapy, occupational therapy, and a sensory diet. Read More

Why Do Adolescents Love ‘Doom Scrolling’? And Is This A Problem?

December 28, 2022 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals Adolescents, Anxiety, CBT, Depression, Doom Scrolling, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Sleep Deprivation, Social Media

Takeaway: Doom scrolling social media feeds can entertain your teen, make her feel socially connected, and relieve underlying anxiety. But it also quickly becomes addictive and gives adolescents a warped view of the world. The solution? Help set internet rules and encourage other healthier online and offline habits. Read More

What Does ‘Inattentive’ ADHD Mean For Your Teenage Daughter?

December 9, 2022 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals Adolescent Girls, Emotional Development, Executive Functioning, Inattention, Inattentive ADHD, Social Skills, Therapy and Coaching, Working Memory

Takeaway: Teenage girls with an ‘inattentive’ ADHD diagnosis can often mask their difficulties so well that parents and teachers overlook their struggles. And this can worsen their practical, emotional, and social challenges – destroying their self-confidence and resilience. Thankfully, the right therapist can help you find simple solutions to most of these problems and teach your child to develop her strengths, adapt to her weaknesses, and develop a support network that understands her needs. Read More

The Basics of Social Anxiety In Primary-Age Children

November 29, 2022 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals Building Connections, CBT, Communication Skills, Coping Strategies, Judgement, Parent-Child Relationships, Resilience, Social Anxiety, Social Stories

Takeaway: Social anxiety in primary-age children is affected by their genes, life experiences, and self-image. But parents can help children overcome these anxieties by using a positive parenting style. Read More

Is Your Child a ‘Late Talker’? Or Does She Have a Language Impairment?

November 18, 2022 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals Audiologist, Autism, Developmental Milestones, Early Intervention, Hearing Loss, Language Impairment, Late Talkers, Speech and Language Therapist, Speech Delay

Takeaway: Many children struggle to learn language skills, but often for different reasons. Some ‘late talkers’ simply need a bit of extra time to catch up to their peers. But others have more serious language impairments that won’t sort themselves out without the right support. Either way, parents can learn to spot red flags and contact a specialist immediately. Read More

Why Do Parents Often Overlook Auditory Processing Disorder?

November 11, 2022 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals ADHD, Auditory Comprehension, Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), Dyslexia, Executive Functioning, Language Delays, Listening Skills, Noisy Environment, Working Memory

Takeaway: Children with auditory processing disorder (APD) have brain differences that give them specific characteristics. But these characteristics sometimes overlap with those of children with hearing issues, language disorders, dyslexia, anxiety disorders, and ADHD. So, you’ll need a specialist to help diagnose your child’s APD and design the right support plan. Read More

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