The classic childhood entertainments of television and film are increasingly being replaced for the newest generations by the huge diversity of content made available through YouTube.  More and more often when discussing their futures, children are answering that they want to be YouTubers or Twitch streamers. 

Assessing the underlying reasons behind "picky" or "selective" eating can be tricky when doing so independently. That is why, our therapists  working as part of our eating disorders sub clinic are able to assess underlying reasons, provide psychoeducation and further support, intervention and direction as needed. The following provides a helpful summary of the complexity of feeding and eating

Have you ever wondered why your adolescent son or daughter is always staying up late? Or why they have such difficulty getting up in the morning on a school day?

The answer lies in their biology.

Humans have biological clocks that control different functions in the body, including our sleeping patterns (Roenneberg et al. 2003). Our sleep-wake habits typic

According to the Attachment Theory, children are predisposed to seek security from their primary caregivers (Golding and Hughes, 2012). When there is a consistent and sensitive love, a secure attachment will develop in response. A secure attachment provides a sense of safety and security, regulating emotions, by soothing distress, creating joy, and supporting calm.

Video games are increasingly a huge part of children’s lives, but many adults do not have an understanding of their potential advantages and disadvantages, what is appropriate for each age group, and why children find them so exciting??