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School Attendance

Rethinking UK School Attendance Fines & Persistent Absence

23 July 2026 Mark Else

Are school attendance fines worsening the UK education crisis? Explore post-COVID absence stats, term-time holiday penalties, and child-centred solutions.

Trauma-Informed Care

Surviving Social Work: The Unwritten Curriculum of Child-Centred Practice

10 January 2026 Mark Else

Discover the tactical, unwritten rules of child-centred & trauma-informed practice designed for surviving social work. Master paperwork, vicarious trauma, and…

Child Development

A Quick Guide to Attachment Theory in Child Development

18 November 2025 Mark Else

Attachment theory in child development was initially conceptualised by John Bowlby. The idea offers a comprehensive framework for understanding the…

Child Development

Adlerian Psychology & Child Development: A Helpful Guide

24 October 2025 Mark Else

Discover how Alfred Adler’s Individual Psychology transforms modern child development. Learn practical Adlerian psychology based parenting strategies and classroom positive…

Autism

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Guide for Parents & Teachers

19 October 2025 Mark Else

What is Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)? Learn to recognise the signs of anxiety-driven avoidance and discover practical, relational strategies for…

Direct Work

Free Voice of the Child Tool & Resources | Unlocking Children

19 October 2025 Mark Else

Download our free voice of the child tool. A creative resource designed for social workers and educators to effectively capture…

Child Development

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs for Kids: A Simple Guide for Parents & Teachers

13 October 2025 Mark Else

Help children thrive with this simple guide to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs for kids. Learn how basic needs—safety, belonging, and…

Autism

Autistic Masking in Girls: You Don’t See Me

10 October 2025 Mark Else

An insightful look into autistic masking in girls. Discover the hidden signs of neurodiversity, autistic burnout, the cost of trying…

Trauma

Vicarious Trauma in Child Protection: Impact & Interventions

3 October 2025 Mark Else

Explore the impact of vicarious trauma in child protection professionals. Discover evidence-based interventions.

Child's Voice Behaviour & Boundaries Communication Relationships

Building Trust with Children & Young People: The First Hello Matters

14 September 2025 Mark Else

This article on Building Trust with Children & Young People is written from the viewpoint of a young person, this…

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