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The busyness of children: Too busy to breathe?

One of the most noticeable issues that children and families appear to be dealing with is the frantic pace at which life seems to be going a

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Never say never - when your child is the bully

It’s important to remember that bullies are not ‘born’ and it is not a case of ‘once a bully, always a bully’. Children are still trying to

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Back to School jitters- 5 tips to ease those worries

School is not only vital for the development and expansion of young people’s educational and social skills but also for their emotional deve

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Holiday anxiety – send that uninvited visitor packing!

We need to remember that transitions are a prime time where anxiety likes to grow, and, considering all that goes on in this time period, in

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Lights off, Worries on: Tips to help manage your child’s anxiety at night

It can be difficult to know what is stalling, manipulation or distress, but it’s important for parents to look at the overall picture of the

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The plague of Anxiety: The crisis affecting our youth

In South Africa 75% of our youth experiencing anxiety will not be able to access treatment for their anxiety, so it is vital that parents, c

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Parents, secure your air mask first!

So often when I am working with a child experiencing anxiety, one or both parent can identify with that feeling. Just the act of parenting,

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