Category: Children’s Mental Health
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The Impact of Losing a Father: Understanding Childhood Bereavement
Losing a loved one is an inevitable part of the human experience, but when such a loss occurs in childhood, particularly losing a parent, it has far-reaching psychological impacts. This article delves into the profound psychological effects on a child who has lost their father, understanding the short-term and long-term repercussions, and suggesting some therapeutic…
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Teaching Kids About Money: Tips for Raising Financially Savvy Children
Financial literacy is a valuable life skill that should be instilled in children from an early age. Teaching kids about money empowers them to make responsible financial decisions and fosters a healthy relationship with money as they grow into adulthood. In this article, we will explore practical tips for parents to raise financially savvy children,…
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Unraveling the Mind: An Introduction to the World of Psychology
The human mind is a complex and fascinating realm, one that has intrigued philosophers, scholars, and thinkers throughout history. However, it is the psychologists who have taken on the noble task of understanding and exploring the depths of the mind. Our profession delves into the intricacies of human behavior, emotions, cognition, and mental processes, providing…
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A Guide to Kindle Publishing for Children’s Books: Bringing Your Stories to Life
The digital revolution has transformed how we read and access books, opening up exciting opportunities for aspiring authors and illustrators. Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) has emerged as a game-changer, allowing independent authors to publish and distribute their work to a global audience. If you’re a children’s book author looking to share your stories with young…
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This is How We Live Now, On the Go.
The way we used to live has drastically changed in today’s fast-paced world. A culture of mobility and adaptation has emerged as a result of the convergence of technological progress and the pressures of contemporary existence. We now accept a nomadic lifestyle and have interwoven technology into every facet of our existence. I am now…
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Santa Claus is now 1,751 years old!
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Christmas as a kid? Very dangerous question indeed; you never know what this can uncover.. Yet, somehow, Santa Claus is often in the middle of it all; it can be the gifts under the tree, the arguments with your parents when you…
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HoHoHoliday Meltdown Time!
It is that time of the year! Ups and downs, shrieks of delight, and cries of anger can be heard throughout of our house during Christmas. These erratic mood swings, with the help of extra sugar, are not “magical” and can test any parent’s patience. Take away the emotion from the holiday season, and what…
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Μονογονεικές Οικογένειες και Χαρούμενα Παιδιά
Παρόλο που δεν επωφελούνται όλοι από ένα ευτυχισμένο νοικοκυριό με δύο γονείς, η υγιής ανάπτυξη των παιδιών είναι αποτέλεσμα της φροντίδας, της αγάπης, της ευαισθησίας, της ανταπόκρισης και της προσαρμοστικότητας, και αυτό ισχύει ανεξάρτητα από τον αριθμό των γονέων που υπάρχουν σε κάθε σπίτι. Λόγω των προκλήσεων που αντιμετωπίζουν, οι μονογονείς συνήθως έχουν πολλούς μυστικούς…
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Too bad you can’t photoshop an ugly personality!
As schools start, new kids join classes and old classmates meet again. But what happens when your child starts hanging out with the wrong crowd? You may experience everything from slight annoyance to strong dislike for their new friends. Perhaps it is the little things: they are noisy, use foul language or destroy things. Maybe…
Sonia M. Rompoti, MSc, Bsc 