I learned a lot about the power of words after I specialized in pediatric hypnosis and counseling. For instance, I found out that much of that power relates to the imagery that can be evoked by ...

A unique study has thrown fascinating new light on how young children begin to understand the meaning of words. The findings by the researchers, from The University of Manchester are published in the ...

At the point that children utter their first words, a complex set of conceptual, social and linguistic mental capacities are at work, Yale researcher Paul Bloom reports in his new book, “How Children ...

A wise Arab proverb says: “Every war begins with words.” Such profound truth for sure. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out why or how the misuse of the tongue can cause irreparable havoc ...

Did you know there are three words that instantly calm any child, serve as powerful tools for parents and caregivers navigating moments of anxiety, distress or emotional overwhelm? In the complex ...

Harsh words can wound – and when directed at children, they can have a lifelong impact. Definitions of verbal abuse vary, but it is generally characterised by a sustained pattern of behaviour where ...

Think about the last time someone whispered a heartfelt “thank you,” or paused mid-chaos to say, “I’m here.” Those small, sincere gestures often feel deeper than the loudest declarations. Words, ...