Managing Back To School Anxiety
Helping Children Manage Back-to-School Anxiety Here at Sunshine Support, anxiety is one of the topics that we come across the most, especially as we approach the start of the new school term. As the days of summer start to fade, the prospect of going back to school in the Autumn term can stir up an […]
Managing Different Needs Within the Family
The task of meeting the needs of your entire family is demanding enough without mixed needs to consider; how do we manage different needs within a family effectively? In this post, we’ll be sharing some valuable insight from families whose children have mixed needs, as well as signposting you to our own resources in order […]
What is Trauma?
I think many of us are afraid to use the word ‘trauma’ which really should not be the case. Perhaps this is due to people fearing using the word incase it takes away its meaning or maybe due to them not feeling the word should be used lightly. Whatever the reason, Trauma should not be […]
EOTIS – Five things you need to know
Education other than in school (EOTIS) can be a fantastic option for anyone who cannot access traditional education. Sometimes it’s also the only option left. There can be many positive outcomes to EOTIS but sometimes it just does not work out and leaves parents stuck and without support. So, after speaking to experts on the […]
Understanding Child to Parent Abuse
With the support of PEGS, we’re pleased to be able to offer support and guidance to families impacted by child to parent abuse. This is a topic that deserves more attention, rather than being stigmatised leading to families suffering in silence.
What is Dyslexia: Diagnosis, Support & Understanding
What is Dyslexia: Diagnosis, Support & Understanding.
What is Gestalt Language Processing?
What is meant by Gestalt Language Processing? And how can we support this style of language development?
Selective mutism is not elective, and this is why
Do you find that your teenager struggles to speak in some situations or environments, when otherwise they speak with ease and clarity? This could mean they are experiencing selective or situational mutism. For teenagers who are experiencing selective mutism, the issue can be long-standing and complex. We know that they can’t control when it happens […]
