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The transition from early childhood to formal education is a critical milestone in a child’s development. School readiness programs play a pivotal role in ensuring that children are adequately prepared for the challenges of the academic environment.
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By Ashley Stevenson Human emotion is at the core of connection and communication. When children learn to listen to their emotions and the emotions of those around them, they have better outcomes. This include: More satisfying close relationships Heightened ability to navigate life obstacles Improved health and wellbeing Enhanced capacity to achieve life goals Helping
Written by Daniela Diaz As a parent or caregiver, and whether you are new or familiar to ADHD, we would like to ask if you have ever found yourself asking the following questions, during a stressful situation, to your child diagnosed with ADHD: Why can’t you just sit still? Why do you have to be
Blog Series By Ashley Stevenson – The Power of Play with Non-Verbal Children Play is a powerful tool for helping non-verbal children to communicate and express themselves. Here are a few tips you can bring into your play with a non-verbal child to help expand their communication skills. All of us use non-verbal communication all
Blog Series By Ashley Stevenson – The Power of Play with Non-Verbal Children There is a broad spectrum for the development of speech and language amongst children. However, some children may fall behind in their speech and language milestones. Delayed speech and language can be a cause of worry for many parents and carers. This
It’s increasingly becoming better understood how our childhood experiences have a long-lasting impact on our mental health, well-being, and development. This is particularly in relation to adverse childhood experiences, which have been found to put children at higher risk of developmental concerns and mental health challenges like depression and PTSD. What are considered adverse childhood
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Neurodiversity Affirming Practice CoRe Kids Therapy identifies as a Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Clinic. This means that we work with and accept all brain types. We recognise that each child, and parent, that comes into our practice is unique and may have their own way of interacting with and experiencing the world. We focus on
The vagus nerve is one of the longest nerves in the body, running from the brainstem down to the abdomen, and it plays a crucial role in regulating many of the body’s internal processes, such as heart rate, digestion, and breathing. When the vagus nerve is stimulated, it can help children feel calmer and more
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Have you ever wondered why you bite your nails? Why might you reach for a crunchy snack when you’re trying to focus? Or why some children suck on their clothing or chew through pencil tops? The action of chewing, sucking, and breathing is facilitated by the trigeminal nerve. This nerve has projections that are connected
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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