Art Xpress Children's Therapy

29/03/2018

26/03/2018

Kids under five years of age are more likely than older children to get severe flu infections resulting in hospitalisation. That's why In 2018 all children in NSW aged between 6 months and under 5 years of age will be offered free flu vaccines. Find out more: health.nsw.gov.au/kidsflushot

20/03/2018

Art as Therapy is a powerful tool when working in disability, enhancing creative skills, functional abilities and social integration.

20/03/2018

Turning negative behaviours into positive outcomes is possible.

05/03/2018

Whether you're Van Gogh or a stick-figure sketcher, a new Drexel University study found that making art can significantly reduce stress-related hormones in ...

04/03/2018

Some really interesting concepts here to get your week started. What are your thoughts?

18/02/2018

DId you know that National Support Service Beyond Blue has a dedicated program called Youth Beyond Blue for 12-25 year olds?

If you need to talk to someone about anything that's happening for you there's a dedicated 24 hour phone line, or you can chat online from 3pm-12am.

Just click on the link below. There is heaps of info on programs, aps and tips that might help you or someone you know, get through tough times.

https://www.youthbeyondblue.com
1300 22 46 36 24 hour hotline

Brains can have a mind of their own. Is yours making life difficult? Find out why at youthbeyondblue.com

14/02/2018

14/02/2018

Creativity and art are great tools for learning more about ourselves. Have fun as you discover what makes you tick!

14/02/2018

Fear of failure is a hallmark of a fixed mindset and often contributes to a child shying away from trying new things or taking on a challenge. By not fearing failure, children are one step closer to having a GROWTH mindset and living a big life!

The attached FAMOUS FAILURES Kit is an interesting way of presenting the issue of failure to children. The lives of successful personalities such as Oprah Winfrey, Lady Gaga, Serena Williams and Michael Jordan are put up as examples of how failure is often a valuable lesson on the road to success.

A printable set of worksheets highlighting famous people from around the world who have failed and struggled on their way to success. These growth mindset hando

13/02/2018

Why are boys and girls so different - is it nature or nurture?

This two part series is guaranteed to challenge your understanding of where male/female stereotypical behaviours come from, and how we as parents, are key players in determining our children's futures.

Dr Javid Abdelmoneim sets out to find answers in a bold but simple experiment. In a Year 3 classroom, he aims to remove all differences in the way boys and girls are treated. (Part 1 of 2)

12/02/2018

Transitioning to new life phases can be a stressful and anxious time for many teens. My Year 7 Life is an insightful, honest account of the experience, through the eyes of new Year 7 High School students. Catch it on ABC IView, as a useful reality check for students and parents alike. More often than not, we are not the only ones feeling vulnerable and challenged by change.