What to Expect During Different Stages of Child Psychosocial Development

Your child is going to go through a lot of changes during their development from a wholly dependent baby into an independent young adult. Throughout this period, there will be many milestones that will mark the end of one growth cycle and the start of another. There are many factors that will influence the healthy development of your child, and one of the key areas is psychosocial development.

When your baby is born, they are exposed to a vast range of external stimuli they need to process. As they develop, they will start to respond to the world around them. To see how this works in practice, here are a few things to expect during the different stages of child psychosocial development. Read more here...

A Quick Guide on How to Treat ADHD Naturally

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a condition that can have a massive impact on your child’s development, success at school, and relationships with others. We have put together this quick guide on how to treat ADHD naturally to help you understand the symptoms and some of the options available.

Symptoms

The symptoms vary from person to person and can come on at any age. However, there are a few warning signs that might indicate that your child has ADHD. These include:

• Self-focused behavior
• Lack of focus (meaning they struggle to stay on task or avoid tasks altogether)
• Emotional problems (such as being quick to anger or struggling to express themselves)
• Fidgeting
• Difficulty in waiting for turns (or excessive interruption)
• Forgetfulness

Many of these behaviors are common in most kids at some point, but it is a cause for concern when these behaviors are consistently causing problems at school or at home. Read more here...