CHILD PSYCHOLOGIST TANZANIA

  There are many benefits to playing with Lego blocks for kids. One benefit is that it helps children develop fine motor skills. Playing with Lego blocks requires children to use their small muscles in their hands to manipulate the pieces. This helps children develop the muscles in their hands and fingers, which is important for writing and other activities that require manual dexterity. Another benefit of playing with Lego blocks is that it helps children develop spatial awareness. When children are playing with Lego blocks, they are constantly moving the pieces around and fitting them together. This helps children understand spatial relationships and how objects fit together. This is an important skill for many activities, such as puzzles, building, and even some sports. Finally, playing with Lego blocks can help children develop their imaginations. When children are playing with Lego blocks, they are often creating their own worlds and stories. This helps children develop their ...

  Play Dough is an excellent resource for young children. It can be a great way to introduce colors, shapes and math concepts. It can also help with fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. It can be used to express emotions and to relieve stress. And it’s just plain fun! Here are 7 benefits of playing with play dough: 1. Hand-eye coordination 2. Fine motor skills 3. Handstrength 4. Pre-writing skills 5. Creativity 6. Imagination 7. Stress relief

  During adolescence, acne affects approximately 80% of people (White, 1998). Acne is a particularly difficult disorder for adolescents because it appears during an already psychologically vulnerable developmental stage (Misery, 2011). In a study of 39 adolescent patients with varying acne severity ages 13 to 19 years, patients' subjective perception of severity correlated more strongly with their dissatisfaction with their appearance than the objective clinical severity ratings (Krowchuk et al., 1991). Acne development before their peers can be socially isolating and lead to early stigmatization for children with an earlier onset of acne (Fried et al., 2010). Furthermore, in a study of 1531 high school students, subjects reported that their acne had changed their daily decisions and actions, such as changing their clothing and hobby choices (Tasoula et al., 2012). Patients with acne reported significant negative emotional and psychological effects from teasing and bullying in qual...

  Many factors increase the risk of developing or triggering teen depression, including: Having issues that negatively impact self-esteem, such as obesity, peer problems, long-term bullying or academic problem; Having parents or other family members with a history of depression, bipolar disorder or other mental health condition; Experiencing traumatic events, such as the death or divorce of a parent or caregiver, or sexual abuse or assault; Using alcohol or other drugs. As a parent, you may feel like you are walking on eggshells around your depressed teen. It is important to be mindful of your words. Here are some examples of phrases that you should avoid.   1. “Snap out of it!”   2. “I’m sure it’s not that bad.”   3. “Cheer up!”   4. “You’re just being dramatic.”   5. “You’re overreacting.”   6. “It’s all in your head.”   7. “You’re making a big deal out of nothing.”   8. “You just need to get over it.”   9. “This is...

  If your child is having difficulty learning, paying attention, socializing, or controlling behavior and emotions, our experts are always available to assist you. Our evaluation defines your child's pattern of brain functioning and overall development using standardized tests and behavioral observation. Our experts create a care plan for educational and social success based on the assessment results. They will assist you in advocating for your child if necessary. This is a comprehensive evaluation that includes: A clinical interview with you and your child A review of your child's developmental and educational progress A review of your child's medical and psychiatric history, including family medical and mental health history Psychological testing of your child to determine cognitive, behavioral, and emotional functioning A review of your child's school records, including standardized test scores, report cards, and teacher comments A review of your chil...