Developmental levels matter The age and cognitive developmental level of your child is a primary consideration when talking about difficult topics. Here are a few… Read More »How to talk to your child about school shootings
After the storm has passed… And your child has returned to a calm (and probably tired) state, you’ve got a golden opportunity for relationship… Read More »After the tantrum
What happens in your brain during a tantrum: What to do when your lid flips (or your kid’s lid flips): If you, as… Read More »What happens in your brain when you loose your temper?
Finding your sparkle Theraplay is a super powerful kind of therapy for families and children. It’s been around since the 1960’s, and is used around… Read More »What is a Theraplay session like?
Handling a tantrum is hard work! These tips might make it easier. Step one: On an airplane, you put your own oxygen mask on first.… Read More »3 Tips for handling a tantrum
What’s Avoidant Attachment? The second of the insecure styles of attachment is usually called “avoidant” in young children and “dismissive” in adults. I’ll stick… Read More »The Avoidant (dismissive) attachment style: Always searching for Perfection.
What is Anxious Attachment? Anxious, also sometimes called ambivalent, attachment is a result of early care being fairly inconsistent. Sometimes someone will come and… Read More »The Anxious attachment style: Should I stay or should I go now?
What’s secure attachment? First off, this post is NOT about mom-bashing. It IS about the science and art of attachment, but no moms are blamed… Read More »Secure attachment: The world is safe and I’m ok.
We’ve known for at least thirty years now that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES), when piled on top of each other, can lead to a wide… Read More »The power of positive childhood experiences.
Among my favorite things (cue singing) in the world to read has to be books about brains. I’m fascinated by all brains- human, mammal, lizard,… Read More »Book review: The Interpersonal Neurobiology of Play (2014)