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WHAT IS THE POLYVAGAL THEORY?

The Polyvagal Theory, proposed and developed by Dr Stephen Porges, is a paradigm shift in understanding behaviour and outlines the importance of the body in understanding the mind.

The theory focuses on our developing nervous system a

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Top 4 Tips on Preventing Children's Eating Disorders Through Healthy Eating

Many kids and teenagers, especially those who are undergoing puberty, are particularly self-conscious about their body and the way they look. Due to peer pressure and because society has been programmed to think that "thin is beautiful," some of these children can become even more concerned and

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Attachment and Parenting with PACE

According to the Attachment Theory, children are predisposed to seek security from their primary caregivers (Golding and Hughes, 2012). When there is a consistent and sensitive love, a secure attachment will develop in response. A secure attachment provides a sense of

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