Bessie Venter Educational Psychologist

15/08/2025

05/08/2025

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18/07/2025

Meet The Brain Bunch—your brain’s dream team! 🌟 From Dopamine the Go-Getter to Oxytocin the Hug Dealer, these powerful neurochemicals shape everything you think, feel, and do.
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07/07/2025

Did you know that ADHD often runs in families? Research shows that genetics play a strong role in the likelihood of developing ADHD, but environmental factors also matter. If you or a close relative has ADHD, the risk is higher - yet having a family history doesn’t guarantee you’ll have it too. Understanding these links can help families seek support and early intervention, making a real difference in managing 💡

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) tends to run in families and appears to have a strong genetic link. Learn about the condition and its risk factors.

16/06/2025

Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and potential of our young people. We believe every child and teen deserves support, understanding, and the chance to thrive. Let’s work together to nurture young minds and build a brighter future!

02/06/2025

'SNIPPETS'

Brain food in bite-size!

Little drops of info designed to spark big thoughts.

Quick to read, tricky to forget—and perfect for busy lives.

20/05/2025

05/05/2025

✨ Small Changes, Big Differences! ✨
Watch how simple classroom and homework accommodations-like distraction-free workspaces and noise-reducing headphones-can help every child shine.
Supporting learning, focus, and confidence for all! 💡📚

22/04/2025

🌟 Understanding ADHD & Emotional Regulation in Kids 🌟

Did you know that ADHD doesn’t just affect focus and impulsivity? It can also make emotional regulation much harder for children.

Kids with ADHD often experience emotions more intensely and may struggle to manage frustration, excitement, or disappointment in the moment. This can lead to:

✔ Big emotional reactions (meltdowns, outbursts, or extreme excitement)
✔ Quick mood shifts (going from happy to upset very suddenly)
✔ Difficulty calming down after getting upset
✔ Overwhelm in stressful situations

This isn’t about "bad behaviour" but brain wiring! The ADHD brain processes emotions differently, sometimes making pausing and responding calmly harder.

How to Help:
💙 Teach coping skills (deep breathing, counting, taking a break)
💙 Validate their feelings ("I see you’re upset—let’s figure this out together.")
💙 Create predictable routines to reduce emotional triggers
💙 Stay patient—they’re not giving you a hard time; they’re having a hard time

Understanding these challenges can help us support kids with ADHD with more compassion. 💛

14/04/2025

In today’s modern classroom, AI and interactive tech is revolutionising both teaching practices and the learning experience itself.

25/03/2025

ODD can be an extremely challenging disorder for parents to deal with. Here is some information on ODD and how to manage it 💡🙌.