by ChildPsych | May 26, 2022 | ADHD
ADHD is a common childhood mental health condition. ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Some of the most common symptoms of ADHD in childhood include being inattentive, disorganised, hyperactive, impulsive, and easily distracted. It is believed...
by ChildPsych | Jun 4, 2020 | Early Childhood Development
There are various types of play therapy suited to different diagnoses. In our previous blog on play therapy, we defined this psychological intervention while highlighting a few of its benefits. This blog serves to talk about how play therapy can be beneficial for...
by ChildPsych | May 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
I’m guessing that if you’re reading this, your child has already been assessed and has been diagnosed with ADHD. At this point you’ve probably chatted to various medical and educational professionals and also done some research yourself. And...
by ChildPsych | Oct 25, 2019 | ADHD, Barriers to Learning |
Impulsivity is the tendency to act without thinking. What does it look like in children? All children are a little impulsive so when it happens once in a while, it can look like normal child behaviour. When it happens a lot, though, it looks like what it actually is:...
by ChildPsych | Oct 21, 2019 | ADHD, Barriers to Learning |
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common conditions diagnosed in children. It’s a neuro-developmental disorder that may cause a range of hyperactive and disruptive behaviours. Children with ADHD often find it difficult to focus, sit...