Predictability of parent interaction positively influences child’s development

A child’s attachment and ability to regulate emotions are built on a reasonably good interaction with their parents. The importance of the quality of interaction is emphasized during the first few years, when the child’s brain is still particularly sensitive to the effects of the environment

Date Posted: September 21, 2019

Feeling depressed? Mahjong might be the answer

Playing Mahjong, a popular game amongst Chinese, is likely to help reduce symptoms of depression as it serves as a form of social participation for many older adults.

Date Posted: September 20, 2019

What Is Your Anger Hiding?

 Pamela said that she didn’t want to lose her husband and hurt their children. And so she found her self getting too angry.

Date Posted: September 20, 2019

Written By:
Dr. Angelo Subida, Psychotherapist

How happy couples argue: Focus on solvable issues first

Conflicts often arise between couples, regardless of how happy they are in the relationship. However, the difference between couples who are happy in their relationship and those who are unsatisfied is the way they resolve these conflicts. Happy couples tend to tackle issues which are easier to solve first, rather than jumping straight into difficult problems, according to a study conducted by researchers from universities in the United States.

Date Posted: September 19, 2019

How can I set boundaries with my teenager?

Setting boundaries with a teenager can be difficult if they are ...

Date Posted: September 18, 2019

Written By:
Dr Monica Borschel

More learning in ‘active learning’ classrooms, but students don’t know it

For decades, there has been evidence that active learning – classroom techniques designed to help students to participate in the learning process – produces better educational outcomes for students at virtually all levels

Date Posted: September 18, 2019