Dr Madhubala Yadav

Dr Madhubala Yadav Dr Madhubala is a trained and RCI recognized Rehabilitation Psychologist and Certified Career Counsellor.

She is an Associate Director Psyuni Institute of Psychology & Allied Sciences
She is also associated with Divyangjan Shashaktikaran Vibhag, LucknowUP

Your child’s future relationships don’t suddenly develop in the teenage years or adulthood, they are quietly built in ea...
02/05/2026

Your child’s future relationships don’t suddenly develop in the teenage years or adulthood, they are quietly built in early childhood, through everyday interactions with you.

The way you respond to your child’s emotions, listen to them, comfort them, and set boundaries becomes the blueprint for how they will trust, communicate, and connect with others later in life.

So be emotionally available, validate their feelings, model respectful communication, and create a safe space where your child feels heard and secure. Small, consistent moments of connection today shape your child’s confidence, attachment, and relationships for the future.

Ignoring does not work for all behaviours. While planned ignoring can reduce some attention-seeking behaviours, many beh...
02/05/2026

Ignoring does not work for all behaviours. While planned ignoring can reduce some attention-seeking behaviours, many behaviours stem from frustration, anxiety, communication difficulties, or unmet needs. In these situations, ignoring can actually make the behaviour more intense.

First, identify the reason behind the behaviour (attention, escape, sensory need, or communication gap). Then respond accordingly and teach the child a more appropriate way to express needs, reinforce positive behaviours, stay calm and consistent, and use clear instructions.

For emotional outbursts, focus on co-regulation and helping the child feel understood before correcting the behaviour. The goal is not just to stop behaviour, but to build skills and emotional regulation.

More children and teens today are exploring their gender identity, and what they need most is emotional safety, not imme...
01/05/2026

More children and teens today are exploring their gender identity, and what they need most is emotional safety, not immediate correction or labeling.

Parents don’t need to have all the answers; they need to listen without judgment, avoid dismissive statements, and create a space where the child feels seen and respected.

Focus on connection and use open-ended conversations, reflect their feelings, and avoid forcing rigid roles or expectations. It’s equally important to observe whether this is persistent, consistent, and distressing for the child, and seek guidance from a qualified child psychologist if needed.

Research consistently shows that children who feel accepted at home have better mental health outcomes, regardless of how their identity evolves over time.

The goal is not to “fix” the child, but to support them in developing a secure, confident sense of self.

Low self-esteem in children is not “just a phase”, it is often built through repeated experiences like constant criticis...
01/05/2026

Low self-esteem in children is not “just a phase”, it is often built through repeated experiences like constant criticism, comparison, academic struggles without support, peer rejection, or overly high expectations without emotional validation.

Over time, children begin to internalize a belief of “I’m not good enough,” which affects their confidence, relationships, and performance. The focus should not be on pushing the child harder, but on rebuilding their sense of competence and self-worth. Parents can help by shifting from outcome-based praise to effort-based feedback, creating small achievable wins, avoiding comparisons, allowing independent problem-solving, and validating the child’s emotions before correcting them.

Consistent emotional support and strength-based exposure gradually help the child rebuild confidence. Remember, what a child believes about themselves quietly shapes everything they do.

Most children are not avoiding studying because they are lazy, they are overwhelmed by how to begin. The first 5 minutes...
30/04/2026

Most children are not avoiding studying because they are lazy, they are overwhelmed by how to begin. The first 5 minutes require the highest level of mental effort: understanding instructions, organizing thoughts, and overcoming resistance.

When the start feels unclear or too big, the brain simply delays. This is why “sit and study” often fails. Instead, break tasks into very small, clear steps like-“open the book,” “read one line,” “solve one question.”

Once the brain experiences a simple start, momentum follows.

Remember, for many children, especially those with attention or learning challenges, starting is the hardest part not continuing.

29/04/2026

Home Therapy vs Clinic Therapy (Part 2) | What Parents Often Miss

Home therapy helps. But it cannot replace the depth of professional support.
When parents learn strategies and practice at home, it strengthens progress. But without regular clinical input, growth can slow down or become inconsistent.
What often gets missed:
• Small errors that go unnoticed and get repeated
• Lack of progression as the child’s needs change
• Difficulty applying skills beyond familiar routines
For children with speech delays, autism, or sensory needs, progress depends on more than repetition. It needs the right structure, timely adjustments, and consistent guidance.
Home works best when it supports therapy, not replaces it.



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If your child is never upset with you, it’s worth reflecting not celebrating.Healthy parenting includes boundaries, and ...
28/04/2026

If your child is never upset with you, it’s worth reflecting not celebrating.

Healthy parenting includes boundaries, and boundaries naturally create moments of frustration. When a child hears “no,” waits their turn, or is held accountable, they may resist and that’s developmentally appropriate.

A child who is always “okay” may be:
• Avoiding conflict
• Over-pleasing
• Not experiencing consistent limits

Discomfort is not damage. It’s growth.

What matters is how you hold the boundary:
✔️ Stay calm, not harsh
✔️ Be consistent, not rigid
✔️ Validate feelings, not behaviour “I know you’re upset but the rule stays”

Children don’t need parents who keep them happy all the time.
They need parents who keep them safe, guided, and grounded.

28/04/2026

"मेरा बच्चा अब मुझसे बातें क्यों छुपाने लगा है?"

आज की टिप (सुरक्षित स्थान बनाना): बच्चे बातें तब छुपाते हैं जब उन्हें डर होता है कि बताने पर उन्हें डांट पड़ेगी या लेक्चर मिलेगा। यदि आप चाहते हैं कि वह सब कुछ सच बताए, तो अपनी 'प्रतिक्रिया' (Reaction) पर काम करें।

जब वह कुछ गलत भी बताए, तो शांत रहें और कहें "मुझे खुशी है कि तुमने मुझे सच बताया, अब देखते हैं कि हम इसे मिलकर कैसे ठीक कर सकते हैं।"

आज का सबक: जब आप 'पुलिस' के बजाय 'पार्टनर' बनते हैं, तो बच्चा बातें छुपाना बंद कर देता है।

पेज से जुड़े रहें: क्या आपका बच्चा आपसे हर बात शेयर करता है? कमेंट में अपनी राय दें! ऐसे ही और पेरेंटिंग सीक्रेट्स के लिए हमें Follow करें।

Some children don’t lack emotions but they lack the words for them.When a child feels overwhelmed but cannot identify or...
27/04/2026

Some children don’t lack emotions but they lack the words for them.

When a child feels overwhelmed but cannot identify or express what’s happening inside, it may be alexithymia means difficulty in recognizing and describing emotions. This often shows up as silence, frustration, withdrawal, or sudden outbursts.

It’s not “attitude.” It’s a language gap between feelings and expression.

What helps?
✔️ Name emotions for them (“You look upset…”)
✔️ Use visual emotion charts
✔️ Connect body sensations to feelings (“tight chest = anxious”)
✔️ Model emotional language daily
✔️ Stay patient and this skill develops over time

Children don’t learn emotional expression automatically.
They learn it through repeated, safe, and guided experiences.

26/04/2026

Is Home Therapy enough? (The honest truth)

Is home therapy a support system or a substitute? 🏠 Many parents feel that once they learn the "moves," they can skip the clinic. But here’s the reality: stopping professional sessions too early is like trying to finish a marathon without a coach. You might move, but you won't win.

Relying solely on home practice can lead to three major roadblocks:
1️⃣ Incorrect Patterns: Without a professional eye, we might accidentally reinforce the wrong habits.
2️⃣ The Plateau: Clinical therapy adjusts in real-time. Home therapy often stays static, limiting your child’s ceiling.
3️⃣ Inconsistency: In cases of speech delays, ASD, or sensory needs, "good enough" isn't enough for long-term generalization.

A “tantrum” around screens is rarely just behaviour. When a child screams for the phone, what you’re often seeing is dys...
23/04/2026

A “tantrum” around screens is rarely just behaviour.

When a child screams for the phone, what you’re often seeing is dysregulation, not defiance. Screens are designed to give quick dopamine spikes so when they’re removed, the child’s nervous system struggles to cope with the sudden drop.

This is why reactions feel intense, immediate, and hard to manage. It’s not about “stubbornness.” It’s about poor self-regulation capacity and high digital dependency.

What helps?
✔️ Predictable screen routines (clear start–end)
✔️ Transition warnings (“5 minutes left”)
✔️ Co-regulation before correction (calm first, then guide)
✔️ Replace, don’t just remove (offer an alternative activity)

If we only punish the behaviour, we miss the root.
If we understand the brain, we can actually change it.

23/04/2026

"बच्चा खुद की तुलना दूसरों से करने लगा है और खुद को कम समझता है, क्या करूँ?"

आज की टिप (तुलना का अंत): सोशल मीडिया के दौर में तुलना करना बहुत आसान हो गया है। उन्हें समझाएं कि हर किसी की खूबी अलग होती है। घर में कभी भी उनकी तुलना उनके भाई-बहनों या पड़ोस के बच्चों से न करें। उन्हें उनकी अपनी पुरानी उपलब्धियों की याद दिलाएं और बताएं कि वे जैसे हैं, वैसे ही 'खास' हैं। आपकी बिना शर्त स्वीकार्यता (Unconditional Acceptance) ही उनके लिए सबसे बड़ी सुरक्षा है।

आज का सबक: तुलना आत्मविश्वास का दुश्मन है। बच्चे को 'दूसरे जैसा' नहीं, बल्कि 'खुद का बेहतर वर्जन' बनने में मदद करें।

क्या आप भी अनजाने में तुलना कर बैठते हैं? आइए मिलकर इसे सुधारें।

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