As students approach the daunting crossroads of their academic and professional futures, do you ever wonder how they can navigate this critical time with confidence? The pressure to make the right career choices can feel overwhelming, leaving many adolescents uncertain. In today’s rapidly changing job market, new industries are emerging, traditional roles are evolving, and
Dyslexia is a type of specific learning disorder that affects reading, writing, and spelling. It is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects the brain’s ability to perceive or process verbal or nonverbal information efficiently and accurately, making it challenging for individuals to process information and express themselves effectively. There are many misconceptions surrounding dyslexia, and it’s
Have you ever wondered how children’s minds work and how they learn and develop? Or have you considered what changes occur as people age and progress into later stages of life? Educational and developmental psychologists have extensive knowledge and expertise regarding these complex processes and can play an important role in supporting positive growth and
Have you ever wondered about the concept of reasonable adjustments in the workplace? What exactly are they, and who do they benefit?
Homework is often a source of tension and frustration between children and parents. Starting routines and expectations around homework…
By Psychologist Nindy Brouwers Neurodiversity refers to that fact that people’s brains (neuro) naturally vary from one another…
“Individuals who believe their talents can be developed (through hard work, good strategies, and input from others) have a growth…
Most young people identify with a gender, such as being a boy or girl, and for most of these young people, that gender is consistent with…
Positive reinforcement is the process of encouraging a pattern of behaviour by utilising a reward system each time a desired behaviour is…
Starting high school is a bigger shift for some students than others, especially where executive functioning, sensory needs or social anxiety are part of the picture. This guide walks parents of Year 6 students through building independence, communicating with the new school and easing anxiety well before Term 1 of Year 7 begins.
Why can a child read a familiar book fluently but freeze on a new three-letter word, or spell the same word three different ways on one page? This article explains how phonological awareness connects to reading and spelling, the early signs parents notice first, whether the behaviour is normal, and the practical steps to take before booking a formal cognitive or dyslexia assessment in Moonee Ponds.
Wondering whether an assessment could help you as an adult? This guide from our Melbourne psychologists covers why adults seek assessment, and what the process involves.
Wondering whether your teenager needs an assessment? This guide from our Melbourne psychologists covers the signs of teen ADHD and autism, and what the process involves.
Wondering whether your child needs an assessment? This guide from our Melbourne educational assessment psychologists covers the signs to look for and what the process involves.
The feedback session is over and the report is sitting on your desk. This action guide walks parents through what to do after a child’s psychological assessment, one practical step at a time, from school conversations to funding to ongoing support.