How we attach to our parents as children has a significant impact on how we attach to others as adults. There are four primary attachment styles: secure, anxious-preoccupied, dismissive-avoidant, and fearful-avoidant. Each style has unique characteristics that can affect our parenting abilities. Let’s explore the different attachment styles and their effects on parenting.

If you're like most parents, you want to do everything in your power to raise happy and successful children. But what if "positive parenting" is the answer? What if there were specific techniques that could help you build a stronger relationship with your kids while teaching them life skills at the same time? According to experts, positive parenting is exactly that - a method of child-rearing that focuses on rewarding good behavior, establishing clear boundaries, and maintaining open communication. If you're interested.. Keep reading!

It can be difficult to discipline a pre-teen or teenager. They often seem to lack the respect that we expect them to have, and it feels like nothing we do seems to work. The truth is, however, that there are many discipline strategies that do work - you just need to find the ones that will work for your child. In this blog post, I will discuss what positive discipline is and I will include 10 different discipline strategies that have been proven to be effective with pre-teens and teenagers.

A recent study showed that the most important thing you can do for your kids is to help them build a strong self-esteem. When kids feel good about themselves, they are more likely to succeed in life. There are many essential strategies for building self-esteem in kids and teens, and it is something that parents should start working on early on. In this blog post, I will discuss some of the most important reasons why self-esteem is so important, and I will provide some tips for raising confident kids!

Play therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses play to help children work through their problems. It can be used to help children who have experienced trauma, as well as those who are struggling with behavioral or emotional issues. There’s a lot to be said about play therapy, let’s unpack it!

The transition from middle school to high school can be daunting for both parents and students. It is a time of great change, as students move from a more relaxed environment into one that is much more demanding. There are many things for parents to keep in mind as their children make this transition.

Bullying is a term that is often heard, but not everyone knows what it means. Bullying is defined as unwanted, aggressive behavior, that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. This blog post will discuss all aspects of bullying, from what it is to how to deal with it. We will also look at the effects of bullying and how to help a child or teen who is being bullied.

Getting enough sleep is essential for everyone, but it's especially important for kids and teens. Sleep hygiene is the term used to describe the habits that help you get a good night's sleep. In this blog post, I will discuss the importance of sleep hygiene for kids and teens, and I will provide some tips on how to improve your child's sleep habits!

It's no secret that teenagers go through a lot of changes - physically, emotionally, and mentally. One of the most challenging tasks during this time is developing a sense of identity. Teens often feel like they are struggling to find themselves, and sometimes they even feel like they are in the middle of an identity crisis.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to teaching a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). However, there are some general strategies that can be helpful in both the classroom and at home. In this blog post, I will discuss some of the best strategies for success when teaching a child with Autism. I will also provide 10 tips for getting children with Autism to engage in learning activities and provide information on the most evidence based program to support learning in children with Autism.

We all have a story to tell. Our lives are filled with experiences, both good and bad. How we tell our story can affect how we feel about ourselves and how others see us. If a young person is struggling with a mental health issue, narrative therapy may be the right treatment for them. In this blog post, I will explore what narrative therapy is, how it works, and who can benefit from it. I will also look at some examples of how this type of therapy can be used to help people resolve their issues.

The tween and teen years are a time of great change – for both parents and children. It can be difficult to know what to expect during these stages, but with the right information, you can smoothly navigate your way through them. In this article, we will discuss what adolescence is like, the tween and teen stages, raising adolescents, supporting independence and the adolescent brain. We hope that this information will help you as you journey through the wonderful – and sometimes challenging – world of tween and teenage years!