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This week we look at different movement patterns and how they make impact self and society.  We shall talk about movements that affect newborns to those that affect big children. And those that specifically affect neurodiverse children.

Bullying is the exertion of power through agression. It is a leading cause of depression, suicide and homicide through vengeful school violence. Bullying can take many forms and can happen to anyone. Have a listen to learn how to stop the behaviour of bullying. Link to martial arts instructional guide is here: <a target="_blank"  href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0963135848/ref=as_li...

Agression represents harmful behaviours exerted on others. They may be physical, verbal or electronic. The confer extreme distress to child, parents, teachers and all. If agression is not modified to more acceptable ways of self expression they may be grave consequences. To get the book the explosive child, click here: <a target="_blank"  href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007Z8Z1KE/...

Language and speech development is a central part that defines human interactions, civilization and socialization. It goes without saying that if we didn’t have a means of communication we would not be where we are in terms of population, world infrastructure, education, society and experience. Language does not have to be verbal. There are numerous ways of communication. Listen and learn. Find a...

Does your child pick at food and ends up not eating healthy food. Does your child only eat foods with a particular consistency? Picky eating can be a major concern if the child's growth, developmental or immune goals aren't met. Find out how to overcome this challenge in the podcast below. Photo by August di Richelieu from Pexels  Link to get High chair from Amazon: <a target="_blank" &nbs...

Hyperactivity is expression of excessive force in physical tasks. All children 2-7 are essentially hyperactive although the degree should be waning as the child ages. Hyperactivity can be challenging for teachers and parents because the students are too energetic to stay still in class or to complete a task.

Tantrums and meltdowns are paediatric ways of expressing frustration and may consist of screaming, crying, throwing things, property destruction, self harm, insults and mutism. All children have tantrums though the presentation and severity may vary from child to child and from neurotypical and neurodiverse children. Listen for tips on how to handle tantrums. Get behaviour chore chart here: <if...

Learn about how a child is supposed to develop socially in a sequential pattern and how this impacts their overall life. Listen in on a few social challenges and how to surmount them. To get an app that teaches emotional awareness and mindfulness click here: <a target="_blank"  href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08N5C6GYV/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creat...

This week we talk about self harm behaviours such as head banging, nail biting, skin scraping, self slapping and self hitting. Learn what they mean and how to help them cope. To get a protective helmet, use this link: <a target="_blank"  href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B082FBX4RT/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B082FBX4RT&linkCode=as2&t...

From 0-4 years thumb or finger suckling is harmless and will likely fade out on its own. Most children suckle when bored, anxious or tired. However if it persists beyond 4 years, it may be deleterious Get chewies from Amzon using the following link: <a target="_blank"  href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08PNZWB3V/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B...

It is normal to make sounds when crying, communicating or expressing emotion or Art. However some sounds can be repetitive and constitute part of behaviour. Listen for tips and points about this.

Colic is a physical, emotional and a behavioural condition that affects babies from 2 weeks to 4 months that involves a high pitched cry mostly in the afternoons and evenings and may interrupt sleep. 

Learn about the science of sleep; the benefits of good sleep, common behavioral challenges surrounding sleep and how we can pivot and ensure a healthy sleeping routine for ourselves and our loved ones! Special tips for parents of children with special awesome children available too. Get weighted blankets from Amazon using this link: <iframe style="width:120px;height:240px;" marginwidth="0" marg...

When a baby is born they are shocked and stressed by the events of delivery; they open their mouths in distress and take a deep breath to fill the lungs with air. As air passes through the vocal cords they produce a sound-the first cry. Initially when a baby is born they cry to communicate-hunger, loneliness, discomfort, sadness or illness. They quickly learn that crying brings about a desired res...

Learn about the different drugs of abuse and how they can affect the development and behavior of teenagers

As we continue with our teenage series let’s put our heads together and learn about positive and negative self image.

Learn about eating disorders that affects a lot of teenagers and young adults.

Learn about that teenager whose behavior is undesirable

Help for parents and therapists who believe their children are late in speaking !

Learn about Pica, a condition where a child eats things that aren’t food!

Help for children who are persistently disobedient and angry. Children with Oppositional Defiant disorder

A few learning points about dyslexia. Happy dyslexia awareness week!

Encouragement and lessons learnt about ADHD

Has your child been diagnosed with Down syndrome? Learn and be encouraged about it. It’s not all gloomy and dark.

Insights on Fanconi’s Anaemia and encouragement to those who have relatives overcoming this disease