As parents we want to do the best we can for our children and at this young age, making sure that their growth is on track and that they are reaching the right child development milestones for their age is one way of looking out for them. You can tell a lot about your child’s development by observing them carefully, watch how they play with their toys or how they communicate with you or how they react to different things
Am I having a panic-attack? (Part one)
Panic-attacks can be a very difficult and scary experience, which can last more than ten minutes. Panic-attacks typically include the following symptoms: racing or pounding heartbeat, chest pains, nausea, dizziness, difficulty breathing, to name a few.
Child Development Milestones: 3 Years
Child development milestones and language milestones have been outlined so that you know what to expect of your child at certain ages. These child development milestones are marked by how a child speaks, plays, learns and acts in order to give us an idea of their stage of development. This way you can keep an eye on their development to make sure they are on track
Escalating Obesity Levels in Ireland
Outgoing CEO of the Irish Heart Foundation Michael O’Shea describes the escalating obesity and heart disease rates as a ‘time-bomb’ for our society and our health services. At the moment it is estimated that 24 % of the Irish population are obese and another 37% are overweight which means over two thirds of the Irish population are overweight or obese.
Am I Having a Panic Attack? (part 2)
In part one of our Panic Attack blog we discussed some of the symptoms experienced. In this section we cover how to understand what is happening and also some methods by which to manage and help yourself through a panic attack
Am I Having a Panic Attack? (Part 3)
Following on from our last two blog entries on panic-attacks (click for part one and part two), our Psychologist, Dr. Austin Bayley, has outlined some more tips for overcoming panic. We discuss some ways to help you move forward and how to deal with episodes of panic.
Are Nuts Healthy?
Nuts are one of the best healthy snacks you can grab to keep you going throughout the day. Unfortunately many people avoid them because they of their high fat content which is a real shame as the extended health benefits of nuts are incredible. Like any food it boils down to portion control.
Abdominal Obesity
Abdominal obesity or otherwise know n as ‘a belly fat’ or being ‘apple shape’ is directly linked to an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes, even in people who are considered a normal weight for their height.
Tips for a Good Night’s Sleep
Getting good sleep is an essential part of your mental and physical well-being and functioning. There are a surprising number of non-pharmacological (medication) interventions available. Many need practise, and as with many things in life, different interventions will suit different people.
HSE cuts to Coeliacs
Ireland has one of the highest prevalences of Coeliac Disease in the world, yet the HSE last week informed all pharmacists that gluten-free products are to be removed from the list of free products available on the medical card scheme and from other State reimbursement schemes.
Encouraging Statements : Listen to Your Inner Voice (Part 1)
Today’s blog focuses on creating a positive and realistic ‘ inner voice ’ within ourselves. It is important to take time and effort to sustain and pay attention to our attributes, skills, and humanity
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) – What has Speech and Language Therapy got to do with it??
This blog is written by Karen Gill Our Clinical Lead in Speech and Language Services, it helps explain the Overlap between Language Difficulties and AD(H)D!
Television and Children – Language Development
This blog was written by Eadaoin Flynn, Speech and Language Therapist explaining how parents can ensure their children are watching the appropriate amount of television for their age as well as the right type of television shows.
Encouraging Statements : Listening to You Inner Voice (Part 2)
Listening to our Inner Voice is something that we might not do as much as we should do. In the first section of this blog we discussed another list of Encouraging thoughts which can be used to help you feel more positively about yourself.
Child Development Milestones: 3 years
Do you think about or even worry about your child’s speech and development? Do you know what sounds they should be making at 3 years of age or how they should be interacting with others? Should he or she be speaking full sentences by now?Or asking questions? How many words should be part of their vocabulary? A Speech and Language Therapist can answer these questions for you.
Coping with Bedwetting: How to Prevent its Occurence
Bedwetting refers to the continued difficulty of a child, over the age of six years old, to control their bladder functioning during the night-time. here are some tips on how to help alleviate bed wetting in children.
Helping Your Child Build Self Esteem
Self-esteem is how we feel about and view ourselves. Self-esteem directly impacts on how children behave and feel. Having a realistic and positive view of self is important for a child’s happiness, security, and functioning.
Child Development Milestones : 4 Years
There are certain developmental milestones and language milestones expected of your child at certain ages. These milestones are marked by how a child speaks, plays, learns and acts in order to give us an idea of their stage of development.
How Can Exercise Help With Depression & Anxiety?
The symptoms of Depression & Anxiety can often be improved when individuals introduce exercise and physical activity into their lives. For people who suffer from depression & anxiety, exercise may be one of the last things on the mind. Exercise can make a huge difference to peoples lives once they get motivated to begin
Child Development Milestones: 5 Years
There are certain developmental milestones and language milestones expected of your child at certain ages. These milestones are marked by how a child speaks, plays, learns and acts in order to give us an idea of their stage of development.