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Trauma reenactment in the classroom - strategies that may help.
Katrina Cavanough Katrina Cavanough

Trauma reenactment in the classroom - strategies that may help.

Navigating the educational journey for students who have experienced trauma requires a nuanced approach that considers the neurobiological impact of their experiences. By integrating strategies rooted in relationship-building, positive physical spaces, emotional self-mastery, and positive primers like brain breaks, educators can leverage neurobiology to foster healing and a sense of safety for these students.

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Looking after yourself at work with self compassion.
Katrina Cavanough Katrina Cavanough

Looking after yourself at work with self compassion.

In today's fast-paced and demanding work environment, many of us find ourselves juggling various responsibilities, striving for perfection, and constantly pushing our limits to achieve professional success. Whilst caring about your work and being dedicated are valuable traits, they can also lead to burnout, stress, and a lack of self-care. This is where self-compassion at work comes into play. In this blog, we'll explore the concept of self-compassion and how it can transform how you feel about yourself and your working life.

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Why won’t they take their medication and what can I do?
Katrina Cavanough Katrina Cavanough

Why won’t they take their medication and what can I do?

You have just worked really hard, invested a lot of time and money into getting your child assessed. You finally have a diagnosis and a treatment plan and one part of the treatment plan includes medication. Of course, as a parent, you have feelings about giving your child medication. It is afterall putting a chemical in your child’s body. But, you work through those feelings, and you are now ready to start the treatment. Suddenly you face yet another obstacle ….

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Tantrums in older children: simple steps you can take to help your child.
Katrina Cavanough Katrina Cavanough

Tantrums in older children: simple steps you can take to help your child.

Tantrums are a normal part of childhood, but they can be particularly challenging when they occur in older children. While tantrums are commonly associated with toddlers, children of all ages can experience emotional outbursts when they are upset, frustrated, or feeling overwhelmed. As a parent or caregiver, it can be difficult to know how to respond …

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Dear parents … lets forgive ourselves quickly …..
Katrina Cavanough Katrina Cavanough

Dear parents … lets forgive ourselves quickly …..

A good enough parent understands that being receptive, empathic, caring, and loving to our children is important. Perfectionistic parenting is the belief that if we want to be excellent parents, we must carry out those duties flawlessly throughout the day, every day. The truth is

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