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A Calm Christmas: Managing Sensory Overload in the Festive Season

Christmas is often sold to us as a time of joy, togetherness, and twinkling lights. In reality, for many families, it can also mean overstimulated children, frazzled parents, and more sugar than any nervous system can reasonably handle.

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A Calm Christmas: Managing Sensory Overload in the Festive Season

December 2, 2025

The Power of Attachment: How Relationships Shape the Developing Brain

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The Power of Attachment: How Relationships Shape the Developing Brain

November 4, 2025

When we think about preparing children for life, we often focus on reading, writing, and maybe a few “life skills” like tying shoelaces or making beans on toast.

When Worries Won’t Go Away: Recognising Anxiety Disorders in Children

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When Worries Won’t Go Away: Recognising Anxiety Disorders in Children

October 2, 2025

Every child worries sometimes. They worry about school tests, falling out with friends, or whether they’ll get the “good” chair at lunch.

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The Mother

September 29, 2025

When headlines circulate about a supposed link between autism and something as common as a mother taking a painkiller during pregnancy, the ripple effect is often devastating.

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What to Hold On To This Week

September 24, 2025

When public figures spread misinformation and make hurtful comments about autism, it can be hard to hear and can bring up a lot of difficult feelings.

Why Play is Serious Business for Your Child’s Development

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Why Play is Serious Business for Your Child’s Development

September 2, 2025

If you’ve ever been told by a small human that you’re “doing it wrong” when you join in their make-believe game, you’ll know that play is serious stuff.

Back to School Without the Battles: Easing Your Child into September

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Back to School Without the Battles: Easing Your Child into September

August 12, 2025

By late August, there’s a certain energy in the air. The sun is still shining (if we’re lucky), but the supermarket shelves are stacked with school shoes and lunchboxes, and you can almost smell September approaching.

How to Bring ACT Techniques into Your Daily Life This Spring

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How to Bring ACT Techniques into Your Daily Life This Spring

May 1, 2025

Spring is a season of renewal - a time when nature bursts forth with vibrant energy and fresh beginnings.

Neuroaffirming assessments, from a neurodivergent perspective

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Neuroaffirming assessments, from a neurodivergent perspective

April 2, 2025

Hello, I’m Aishling, and I’m excited to introduce myself as the new Assistant Psychologist working with Foundations.

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