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What’s in a Name? Why Would You Choose to Diagnose or Label Your Child?

Diagnosis and Labels  Shakespeare once wrote, “What’s in a name? A rose by any other name would smell as sweet?” So why would we seek out new names or labels for our kids? Challenging behaviours may present in childhood for a wide range of reasons. Some may be related to underlying neurological differences. At CoRe […]

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A brief guide for parents: Understanding the journey of child development

Understanding the journey of development that your child goes through is an important tool for parents. It helps you know what to expect, what to look for, and gives you peace of mind when you see key milestones being reached. More importantly, understanding the journey of childhood development means that you can act quickly when

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How can Child Centered Play Therapy help my child with challenging behaviour

What Is Theraplay®?

Theraplay is a special type of play therapy which strengthens parent-child bonds, self-esteem, trust, and joyful engagement. Theraplay interactions focus on four essential qualities found in parent-child relationships: Structure, nurture, challenge and engagement. The focus of Theraplay is: Theraplay is recommended for families with children aged 18 months – 16 years who have experienced: Theraplay

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The Impact of Trauma in Childhood on Development

Trauma affects children of all ages and can affect their body and brain development in the long-term.  Children experience trauma in many areas of life. The biggest childhood traumatic events are neglect, assault, loss, and abuse that start within families. A child’s relationship with their parents/primary caregivers plays a massive role in their sensory development.

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How Early Intervention In Childhood Impacts Future Mental Health

Nearly half of all mental health problems start before the age of 14. Anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, and mood disorders are common mental health problems that can arise. When these issues are left unresolved in childhood, they become a long-term mental health issue, affecting socioeconomic and personal life. Early experiences play a

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How Does Play Therapy Benefit Young Children?

Play therapy or play-based mental health intervention helps children with mental health concerns, social, and developmental concerns. What Is Play Therapy? Play therapy is a type of psychotherapy that uses play as the medium to help children explore, express, and understand their emotions. It is used predominantly with children aged 2 to 12 years, individually

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