What comes to mind when you first hear the words - art therapy? You might wonder how exactly drawing or painting something might actually become a form of therapy for others… Fun fact: across many studies with different populations, art therapy has been shown to be effective and brings about mental wellness. How? Let’s find out! Art therapy is a [...]
Close your eyes and picture this: Today is THE big day - you have practiced years, months, and days. You have poured your hours, minutes, and seconds into training and gymming. You had to restrict your diet and control yourself in the presence of the infamous bubble tea and fried food. You had sacrificed your social time to rest and [...]
White noise has found a place in various productivity and memory routines. However, white noise does have its complexities and detrimental effects. This article explores the risks and limitations associated with white noise, such as its inconsistent effects on working memory, and how it can act as an auditory distractor. Moreover, there have been concerns regarding dependency on white noise. [...]
Introduction Referred to as a consistent sound encompassing all frequencies within a human’s hearing range, white noise has recently garnered attention in both pop culture and research. White noise has often been associated with its effects on masking disruptive noises and sounds as well as aiding sleep. However, its impact on our cognitive performance and working memory is nuanced and [...]
Picture credits to owner As we know, conflict is inevitable, but the way individuals approach conflict resolution is heavily influenced by their attachment style. The thing about conflict resolution is that there isn’t a singular approach. In fact, there are many strategies to use to overcome conflict and in this article, we will cover a few of those strategies. [...]
Photo credits to Pinterest Conflict is an inevitable part of human interaction. It can be seen daily among our colleagues, friends, partners, and many more. Conflicts need to exist as they can encourage us to embrace different perspectives (Çağlayan & Körük, 2022). Without it, life would be a little mundane. When we are at a crossroads with someone, we will [...]
Picture credits to Pinterest Pixar's "Inside Out" is a film that explores the complex world of emotions within an 11-year-old girl named Riley. Among the five core emotions portrayed: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust. Sadness emerges as a pivotal character, challenging the traditional notion that happiness is the ultimate goal. This article delves into the importance of Sadness as [...]
Parental involvement in early childhood education (ECE) is crucial in shaping a child's academic future, especially in a highly competitive educational landscape like Singapore. Active participation by parents in their children’s early education fosters a supportive environment that enhances learning and development. This article explores the importance of parental involvement in ECE in Singapore and its long-term effects on academic [...]
When someone does well at something, our first instinct is often to offer words of encouragement, such as "Good job!", "You're so clever!", "You’re amazing!", to celebrate their achievements. Undoubtedly, praise is a powerful motivator for encouraging one to continue striving for success. However, praise is not always as effective as we might expect. In fact, despite our best intentions, [...]
What is Parentification? Parentification occurs when a child prematurely assumes the typical adult’s responsibilities, often due to their parent's inability to adequately support the family amid significant life stressors (Boszormenyi-Nagy & Spark, 1973; Dariotis et al., 2023). Common reasons associated with parentification include the parent’s physical or mental illness, loss (e.g., death, divorce, incarceration), crises (e.g., unemployment, eviction), and dysfunctional [...]