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The One Skill That Predicts Better Mental Health in Children: Emotional Regulation

Featured Parenting, Mental Health / 6 minutes of reading

“Mummy, I’m angry!” These simple words are often the first step in understanding emotional regulation in children. Whether it’s a toddler throwing a tantrum because the television was switched off or a teenager slamming the bedroom door after being corrected, every Nigerian parent has witnessed moments when emotions seem to take over. While many parents

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Raising Boys in the Nigerian Context: Why Emotional Well-Being Matters in Raising Boys

Featured Parenting, Featured Posts, Mental Health / 8 minutes of reading

Emotional resilience in Nigerian boys develops when parents actively replace the “man up” narrative with emotional intelligence, safeguarding, and open communication. Embracing positive masculinity teaches boys that vulnerability is a strength, protects their mental health, and prepares them to navigate the modern world safely. By teaching them to identify feelings, process stress, and seek support,

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What Clinical Psychologists Wish Every Parent Knew About Their Child’s Mental Health

Featured Parenting, Mental Health / 7 minutes of reading

What Clinical Psychologists Wish Every Parent Knew About Their Child’s Mental Health As parents, we spend a lot of time worrying about our children’s physical health. We do a lot of scheduling at the doctor’s office, monitor fevers, and make sure the kids eat nutritious meals. But when it comes to mental health, many parents

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5 Tips to Ensure Optimal Mental Health for Children

Featured Parenting, Mental Health / 5 minutes of reading

With so much going on in the world, optimal mental health should be at the top of every intentional parent’s list of priorities, both individually and collectively as a family. There are certain things and steps parents can take to ensure the mental health of their children in today’s world. Remember that every child is

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Spotting Early Mental Health Challenges in Your Child

Featured Parenting, Featured Posts, Mental Health / 9 minutes of reading

Early intervention isn’t just about spotting “problems,” it’s about empowering your child with the support they need to thrive. To help you navigate this, here is a practical DSM-informed guide. It is designed to help mothers and parents recognize the early signs of mental health challenges. Children’s emotional, biological, cognitive, and behavioral changes are part

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The Bright Side of ADHD: How Adults Can Turn Challenges into Strengths

Featured Posts, Mental Health / 4 minutes of reading

Discussions about adult ADHD tend to focus on the struggles. You hear so much about impulsivity, difficulty staying organised and reduced concentration. But that is not the full picture. There is a bright side to ADHD that deserves just as much attention. Many Adults with ADHD have incredible strengths that fuel creativity, focus and drive.

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A Parent’s Guide to Understanding ADHD Symptoms

Featured Posts, Mental Health, Teenagers / 5 minutes of reading

Many parents notice their child is often distracted, struggles to finish tasks or might seem to have endless energy, and they wonder, “Is this just a phase or something I should pay attention to?” These behaviours might indicate ADHD. What is ADHD? ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and it is more common than parents

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Your Child’s Mental Health: 5 Things Parents Should Never Overlook

Featured Posts, Health, Mental Health / 5 minutes of reading

Everyone knows how critical a child’s mental health is to their development. However, many parents do not always know how exactly to pay attention to their children’s mental health. In a recent conversation, Busola Olamuyuwa, a clinical psychologist and Yetty Williams, parenting coach and founder of LagosMums, delved into the importance of each child’s mental

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Back to School: 6 Essential Tips to Prioritize Your Children’s Mental Health

back to school, Mental Health / 3 minutes of reading

6 Essential Tips to Prioritize Your Children’s Mental Health as They Return to School As the back-to-school season approaches, parents find themselves amidst the hustle and bustle of preparing their children for a new academic year. Amidst the excitement of new teachers, friends, and experiences, it’s crucial not to overlook the significance of prioritizing your

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How Can You Prevent Eating Disorders in Your Teens?

Featured General, Featured Posts, Mental Health / 3 minutes of reading

In comparison with other disorders, the availability of material on the prevention of eating disorders is limited at best. Eating disorders though often overlooked can be very harmful as they negatively affect personal self-esteem in addition to health. Although eating disorders can happen to anyone, teens especially female teens are more vulnerable to them. Also,

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