Supporting Neurodiversity in Children

In spite of all the understanding now available about our different learning styles and calls for inclusivity, we are still a long way off from properly accommodating neurodiverse children in school.

In my recent interview with family therapist Miriam Chachamu, I discuss how to support dyslexic children in ways that will strengthen their emotional wellbeing and resilience.

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It is high time to reassess our educational system which is still too focussed and biased towards the learning style of some and thereby disqualifying large numbers whose talents and learning styles differ from the norm.

By raising our awareness and making room for difference, every community will be healthier and enriched.

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Tools of the Trade: The Therapist’s Voice [VIDEO INTERVIEW]

Tools of the Trade: The Therapist’s Voice [VIDEO INTERVIEW]

Effective communication is at the heart of therapy. Our voice is the vehicle for our intention. Recently, I spoke to musician Professor Derek Barnes about how he teaches therapists and other healthcare professionals to play their vocal instrument to maximum effect. Watch the interview here to understand how you can learn to affect positive change in the other, by honouring and enhancing the uniqueness of our own voice. 

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Become more Stress Aware [ VIDEO INTERVIEW ]

Become more Stress Aware [ VIDEO INTERVIEW ]

Have you ever asked yourself how stress-resilient you are?

What are the things you do when the pressure rises? Do you nail bite, over-eat or –drink, become anxious or irritable? And do you spot the signs early enough to take action and avert the symptoms that herald more serious stuff ahead? We all need to stay informed about the many faces of stress-related symptoms.

Join me and hear what my Human Givens colleague, stress expert Emily Gajewski, has to say about self-harming and how to deal with it.

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Tom's Story | Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in the Military

Tom's Story | Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in the Military

One in four homeless people is a former member of the armed services. Over 20,000 veterans are in jail or on probation.*

 Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is very real - and something we cannot begin to imagine. We are unable to comprehend the trauma but we can support those who are suffering.

I went to visit Tom, who was in Northern Ireland and the first Gulf War, and he told me his story. In this short video, we hear of the outstanding transformation his life took once he sought the help of PTSD Resolution.  

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Modern Parenting with Miriam Chachamu

Modern Parenting with Miriam Chachamu

 Modern parenting has a new set of challenges. As we spend time learning, practicing and reflecting as parents, we realise that the experience is both dynamic and full of choice.

I had the pleasure of interviewing Miriam Chachamu, well-regarded family therapist and author of the popular book "How to Calm a Challenging Child". In our video interview, Miriam gives us helpful parenting tips and advice as we discuss fairness, sibling rivalry, choice and teenagers. 

 

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Healing Heroes with Suzie Jennings [VIDEO INTERVIEW]

Healing Heroes with Suzie Jennings [VIDEO INTERVIEW]

Suzie Jennings, founder of Heroes at Ease, the first yoga programme specifically for wounded military, explains how yoga helps war veterans in overcoming PTSD.

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The Value of Mindfulness with Sandra Tideman [VIDEO INTERVIEW]

The Value of Mindfulness with Sandra Tideman [VIDEO INTERVIEW]

Why has mindfulness become so popular?

Mindfulness practitioner and teacher Sandra Tideman-van Nispen explains in our video interview.

“Everyone who practices mindfulness regularly will find it brings a lot of benefits in life. It seems that particularly in the fast developing technological and modern digital world that we live in, we need it. Because nowadays most of the people most of the time actually train in mindlessness and restlessness!

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Achieve Wellness with Judy Malloy [VIDEO INTERVIEW]

Achieve Wellness with Judy Malloy [VIDEO INTERVIEW]

To achieve lasting well-being we must acknowledge that the mind and body are one. The body gives us messages about the mind and vice versa. Join me in this interview with my good friend Judy Malloy where we talk about black boxes, how our body tells a story and why Descartes may not have had it right.

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Unsung Heroes with Tony Gauvain [VIDEO INTERVIEW]

Unsung Heroes with Tony Gauvain [VIDEO INTERVIEW]

Listen to Colonel Tony Gauvain (retired) whose special work I’d like to celebrate and bring to your attention. Tony co-founded the charity PTSD Resolution  www.ptsdresolution.org with Piers Bishop, to help veterans suffering from the aftereffects of their military experience.

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