#mental

#mental

Central objective: mental — supporting mental development and mental health in early childhood education and child care settings. Supporting elements: practical articles on Oppositional Defiant Disorder, early brain development (The Brain Gym), nutrition, staff retention, and building social relationships, with links to free resources and job listings; note that formal trainings and some resources are currently limited.

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Understanding Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) in the Context of Child Care Providers

Read Time: 4 min

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a behavioral disorder characterized by a pattern of defiant, ...

The Brain Gym: Why Early Learning Is Like Preparing for the Baby Olympics

Read Time: 5 min

As research continues to unveil the profound impact of #early-learning experiences on a child's cogn ...

The Role of Nutrition in Child Development: What Childcare Providers Should Know

Read Time: 7 min

As childhood obesity rates soar and dietary-related #health issues become increasingly prevalent, it ...

🌟Keep Them Happy, Keep Them Here: How Daycare Centers Can Support Staff and Boost Retention

Read Time: 2 min

🌟Keep Them Happy, Keep Them Here: How Daycare Centers Can Support Staff and Boost Retention Ru ...

Supporting Social Relationships Among Young Children

Read Time: 3 min

In the #early years of life, children’s #development is profoundly shaped by their interaction ...