Teachers emotionally support our kids — but who's supporting our teachers? In this eye-opening talk, educator Sydney Jensen explores how teachers are at risk of "secondary trauma" — the idea that they absorb
Teachers emotionally support our kids -- but who's supporting our teachers? In this eye-opening talk, educator Sydney Jensen explores how teachers are at risk of "secondary trauma" -- the idea that they absorb the emotional weight of their students' experiences -- and show...
Want to better understand your child’s emotions? Discover how the Feelings Wheel helps kids—and parents—build emotional intelligence and manage big feelings.
Vostanis, P., Humphrey, N., Fitzgerald, N., Deighton, J., & Wolpert, M. (2013). How do schools promote emotional well-being among their pupils? Findings from a national scoping survey of mental health provision in English schools. Child and Adolescent Mental Health, 18(3), 151-157....
For example, in Western contexts that emphasize individualism, authoritative parenting is generally considered more beneficial for children’s academic development (Steinberg et al. 1994), whereas in horizontal collectivist societies that emphasize emotional connections, permissive parenting is often seen as ...
An increasing number of autistic children are entering school. While some autistic children may do well academically, social and emotional health in school can be a concern. Grade school is the ideal time to begin educating youth on understanding and celebrating differences. T...
Provide a stable and nurturing environment: Children need a safe, loving, and stable home environment that provides them with emotional support and a sense of security. Parents should establish a positive and respectful relationship with their children and provide them with age-appropriate boundaries ...
Emotional intelligence: noticing thoughts and feelings Take a few minutes to sit down and notice the kind of thoughts and pictures that are present in your mind. Think of it like you’d think of walking into a room where the TV is on: simply notice which “channel” is playing in your ...
Healthy emotional distance means allowing and even encouraging independence while at the same time holding your child accountable for the rules and expectations of your home.When living with the developmental needs of a teenager gets to you, remind yourself that your child’s needs for time with ...
Here are five strategies you can rely on to ensure your child feels supported and has the resources to keep working toward their social, emotional, and academic goals. Self-compassion Self-compassion is key. Modeling an attitude of non-judgment, acceptance, and warmth will allow chi...