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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition that affects communication and social interaction in children. ASD is a spectrum disorder, which means that the symptoms and severity can vary greatly from child to child. Early intervention is crucial when it comes to managing ASD in children, and a range of therapies, such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and behavior therapy, can help children with ASD to develop the skills they need to navigate the world around them.

All children are shy from time to time and labelling them for being so can only lead to self-criticize themselves and make themselves feel shyer. Parents and caregivers should encourage their children and make them feel safe and proud of who they are.

Never label your child as shy. If your child knows they're shy, they may start to criticize themselves when they exhibit shy behavior. The idea that shyness is bad or that it means there's something wrong with your child will only make them feel shyer.

The bond that develops between the parent or caregiver towards the child will have a lasting impact on the well-being of the child and its ability to establish healthy relationships in its later years as an adult.

One of the best things a parent or a caregiver can gift their children are happy memories, as they remain with them and shape them for the rest of their lives.

The bond that develops between the parent or caregiver towards the child will have a lasting impact on the wellbeing of the child and its ability to establish health relationships in its later years as an adult.

The way you parent your children will determine who they will become. That is why it is important for parents and caregivers to be well informed and to understand the consequences of their behaviour and their parenting approach.

Separation anxiety usually develops in children, at an age when they start understanding object permanence, as early as four to five months old. There is, however, a tendency for parents to develop the same feelings of separation anxiety when the child first starts nursery and is for the first time separated from them for prolonged hours during the day.

Taking your child to the nursery for the first time can be a stressful experience for both, child and parent alike. Find out how to make a smooth transition.

By ensuring that your child's basic emotional and physical needs are met, you are also contributing to your child's mental health and the overall psychological well-being of the child.

As children develop rapidly during their first year of life it is very important to support them. The best way to do this is by introducing the right toys at the right time. But which toy is the right one? Here are a few that we recommend for children between 3 to 6 months of age.

Most of the children's fears are normal and temporary, however, some can develop into various psychological disorders Parents should encourage their children to overcome their fears instead of implanting them.

Teraphobia is more commonly known as ‘Fear of monsters’ and is a normal part of growing up. To find out more about it, check out our new post.

Taking your child to see the doctor can be a daunting task. Children are often scared and try to avoid seeing the doctor at all costs as the whole event is unfamiliar and scary to them.

Here are some suggestions on how to deal with that in a better way.

Studies have shown that nine out of ten adult grandchildren feel that their grandparents influenced their beliefs and set the values they live by now.

Mind Maze Family Support Centre wishes you a Happy Grandparents Day!

Authoritarian parenting style is demanding in nature and it focuses more on obedience and control, rather than the child itself. Authoritarian parents place high expectations on their children with a lack of feedback and poor responsiveness while authoritative (gentle) parents provide children with support, allowing them to express themselves while clearly setting boundaries and teaching the children the cause and effect of their behaviour by implementing positive and negative consequences.

The main causes of rivalry among siblings which can evoke emotions of jealousy and resentment are mostly rooted in individual temperaments, lack of social skills, special needs, parenting style, parental conflict resolution skills, culture, and concerns with fairness.

Dealing with jealousy between siblings can be very stressful for parents, especially when they are overwhelmed with all the other responsibilities which come with the new baby in the house, but it is absolutely normal and expected, it is a common way for children to express their feelings when the baby arrives. They may feel frustrated, scared and confused about their new role and their place in your life and the family.