Help your child develop their vocabulary

Vocabulary is simply language words. When we talk about a child's vocabulary, we generally talk about the words they understand (called receptive vocabulary) and produce (called expressive vocabulary).

Your child's vocabulary supports his or her ability to communicate their thoughts, feelings, perspectives and desires to others (adults and peers) as well as to facilitate their understanding of others' perspectives and feelings. This communication capability enables them to build coordinated peer relationships Counseling and allows you, as parents, to understand them further and enhance your communication with them. Vocabulary is also important for learning to read and write at the end.

So how do you help your child develop their vocabulary?

Engaging children actively in the communication process helps them develop vocabulary. Simply talk together and listen as much.

To help your child develop their own vocabulary, you need to:

• Talk to your child often, about many different topics, especially about your child's feeling about different things and what he thinks.
• Ask your child questions about their experiences (what was great and what was hard in your day?) And ask them what they think of different topics
• Read together (your child can also spend some time reading independently if they can). Provide them with books on different topics to expand their vocabulary (eg animals, science, fiction, people, etc.)
• When watching a TV show, talk to your child about what you notice about the show and ask them what they think
• Be sure to give your child time in discussions to ask questions and clarify their knowledge about the topic
• Consciously use the different vocabulary yourself when talking to your child
• Get a "new word of the day" every day and use it as much as possible with your child for the day
• When explaining the meaning of a new word to your child, give them an example of how to use the new word in relation to their / their lives (making it relevant to their world so they can better understand the meaning)
• Draw an example of the word at work and use it to help your child understand the meaning
• When your child uses a descriptive word for something, praise the great word and see if you can think of some other words that can be used to describe it.

Here are some good activities to encourage your child to participate in language development:

• Play phones
• Dolls
• Create stories together
• Dolls and other dramatic toys
• Tape recorders with microphones, or talk through wireless communication devices
• Interactive books and other multisensory experiences

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Here are some red flags to develop vocabulary between 3-5 years old:

• Your child doesn't seem to understand much of what people are saying to them.
• Your child has difficulty following instructions (even when repeated several times)
• Your child cannot retell the stories, even when they are read to them several times.
• Your child overexposes unspecified words such as "thing", "that", "things."
• Your child's talk is full of "fillers" like "um", "uh", "you know."

It seems that your child uses the wrong words in the sentence, for example "This dog (chicken) has laid an egg."

If your child has difficulty understanding, or if he is talking to some of the features of the red flag listed, you may benefit from an assessment of his language skills by a speech pathologist. At The Psychology Hub, we have many speech and language pathologists who have considerable experience in these assessments and guidance interventions when needed.

Week prenatal depression and anxiety

I heard someone quote Charles Dickens when referring to paternity: "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times." I really resonated with this quote as it applies to parenting. In fact, for me the "worst times" seemed to me to unite in the first year of paternity! Welcoming a new child, be it the first or fifth, brings with it tremendous change and change brings both things to celebrate and things to grieve. For many, the transition is smooth, and for others there are some bumps in the road. Some, like me, find it more difficult, and there are those who are very real mental health concerns for them. About 1 in 7 mothers and 1 in 10 parents, for example, suffer from postpartum depression. The figure for parents with postnatal anxiety is believed to be higher.

This week, November 13-19, is a week of awareness of depression and perinatal anxiety. PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression inAustralia) established the Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness Week in 2005 to raise awareness of perinatal mental health, including what to look for and where to seek support. While it is normal for mood changes to occur during pregnancy and / or premature birth, often referred to as "baby depression," there are things to look for that may indicate the development of depression or anxiety.

Signs that depression may develop include:

• Bad mood
• Feelings of low self-worth
• Irritability, anger or anxiety
• Increased crying, often without reason
• Loss of interest in activities that were previously considered enjoyable
• It changes into eating and sleeping patterns
• Loss of motivation and excessive fatigue
• Difficulty concentrating / confusion
• Social isolation
• Thoughts of self-harm

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Anxiety indicators include:

• Feeling nervous, or always on the edge
• Muscle strain
• Difficulty in calm
• Sleep disorders
• Fixed, recurring concern
• There are a number of things you can do to take care of yourself during the perinatal period. Some ideas include:
• Eat a healthy diet and exercise
• Avoid alcohol and drugs
• Rest whenever possible (eg when the baby sleeps)
• Remember that there is no single correct way of parenting
• Seek and accept help when you provide it
• Socialize and spend time for yourself when possible
• Avoid major life changes in late pregnancy and early childbirth.

If I have had mental health concerns in the past, can I encourage you to be proactive and seek support early

What to expect from the first psychology session 

When you visit a doctor because you feel sick, say flu, you know what to expect from your medical appointment, and you know you'll eventually feel better. But when you make an appointment to see a psychologist, do you know what will happen? You may not be sure if it will help you the way you hope. Many people do not know what to expect and are often worried about what lies ahead.

Feeling anxious at first is normal

It's normal to feel anxious when facing a new situation. Our brains are wired to vigorously consider the potential negative consequences of a new situation, as our brain tries to protect us from pain or discomfort. Unfortunately, our brains are not always as useful as they are. Often, the brain's attempt to protect us from potential pain prevents us from being able to experience positive outcomes that can easily come from the new situation.

A psychology session is basically about problem solving

Our doctors use their training to help you solve the problem that brings you to see them.

In general, at the beginning of your first session, your doctor will invite you to share what is happening in your life, what is bothering you, and what goals you want to work together. Your doctor will listen, take notes, and ask questions. You will not be criticized, interrupted or judged. You will be encouraged to speak honestly and openly, but you won't have to talk about things you don't want to talk about (yet or at all). All discussions are kept strictly confidential as psychologists commit to confidentiality (except when there are clear safety concerns).

During sessions, your doctor will help you practice tools that may help you better achieve your goals, and some may give you "homework" to complete between sessions. Doctors often follow different ways to meet the needs of their clients, but their goal is to help find solutions to the problem that is of concern to you at this time of your life.

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How to deal with your first session with a psychologist

Remind yourself that it is normal to feel anxious or anxious at first.

Feeling anxious is normal but doesn't have to drive your behavior. Remind yourself that you can survive in the first session and you can find that it is beginning a growth journey that will benefit you greatly in the long run.

Be as honest as you can be.

This is easier said than done when you talk to someone you just met but to be honest with your psychiatrist and yourself, from the beginning it can be very helpful in building contact with your psychiatrist early and starting to address where you are in your life at this time and what Want to get out of the process.

Keep your mind open to the positive results that can come from the process.

Access to treatment has become more common among the general population in recent years, and has benefited many people who have requested such assistance. Try not to let your mind stumble except in the discomfort that can come from talking to a psychologist; open the lens to look at the positive things you may experience as a result of working through the process.

Assess yourself enough to continue pursuing your goals.

No matter what your mind may sometimes convince you, you deserve a healthy and healthy life. If there are challenges in your life that prevent you from moving forward the way you want, you deserve time and space to work on what you want and value.

In young minds

We have many doctors who provide different services and focus on different areas of psychology. You can see all their details here on our website. If you are not sure which person best fits your specific needs, please contact us for discussion. When you make an appointment with one of ourpsychologists, our receptionist will also help answer any preliminary questions you have about the first appointment. Our rooms are also specifically designed to meet the needs of children as well, so that your child feels comfortable and comfortable as well.

Purpose of mental health assessment

A mental health assessment gives your psychiatrist a picture of how you think, feel, think and remember. The mental health test assesses your emotional health through a series of questions and also includes a physical examination.

As a priority your psychiatrist will determine whether you are at risk of hurting yourself or others. For children, a mental health assessment will be designed according to the child's age and stage of development.

The Mental Health Assessment aims to:

• Diagnosis of mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, postpartum depression, eating disorders and psychotic diseases
• Distinguish between mental and physical health problems
• Evaluate the person referred for problems at school, work or home.

Preparation for mental health assessment

Before your appointment, consider the reasons for the assessment:

• What are the symptoms of your mental illness?
• What thoughts, feelings, or behaviors have bothered you?
• Did a particular event, such as the death of a loved one, cause these symptoms?
• How often do you have symptoms and what to do when you have?
• How long do the symptoms last?

It may be helpful to keep a diary on the days or week before the mental health assessment. It may also help bring a friend or family member who can describe the symptoms of your mental illness from their perspective. If the assessment is for the child, make a few notes about their behavior. This may help ask their teachers for any feedback they have made.

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