THE TEENAGE BRAIN Adolescence is one of the times in an individual’s life when the greatest brain development is occurring. – brain changes in size and shape – gray matter thickens – increase in synaptic connections between brain cells – specialization within brain occurs – “pruning” of pathways – sex hormones impact on brain Neurotransmitters are chemicals in the brain that facilitate the transmission of messages along nerve cells (billions of messages […]
1 year old = 14% have tantrums daily 2-3 years old = 20% have tantrums daily 4 years old = 11% have tantrums daily 5-6 years old = 5% have tantrums daily Adults have tantrums, but we usually say they’re “making a scene” Tantrums can occur at any time or place, but there are certain places where they are more likely or […]
Tantrums are a normal and healthy part of the developing process for children. They are sometimes the only way a little one can tell us they disagree, feel frustrated, are tired or hungry or overwhelmed or bored. Their language skills and understanding of feelings and relationships have not developed to the point where intense feelings can be expressed in more acceptable ways. Tantrums first appear at about 1 year of age and usually ease up […]
Identifying and following through on appropriate consequences is a necessary but challenging task for many parents of teenagers . A consequence for inappropriate behaviour typically involves one of two directions: a) removing a desirable ( example – removal of computer privileges) b) adding an undesirable (example – extra chores) Removing something the teen wants is usually more effective than adding something he/she doesn’t want. Why? – often the teenager is already involved in a […]
Ontario has instituted funding all day/everyday kindergarten for children as young as 3 1/2 years old. Current research on the developing brain facilitated by modern imaging equipment shows the language areas of the brain of many little boys is about 1 1/2 years behind little girls. Timing is everything. It is not enough to teach well. You have to teach well to kids who are developmentally ready to learn. Expecting little boys to attend all […]
This full day or 2 evening workshop will introduce you […]
Many parents wonder what hit them when their sweet little baby turns into an unreasonable toddler – ideas for dealing with mealtime, bedtime, temper tanturms, toilet training, noncompliance, etc.
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“Our daughter was the joy of our life until she turned 13, then all hell broke loose. Rick helped us understand what was happening to her and we made some adjustments that helped us get through it. She’s now in University and doing well.”
(D.A. – St. Thomas)
