by Philip Cachia | Mar 22, 2024 | Blog
The increased demand to learn more and to improve in our efficacy as parents is something ever-growing. As a psychologist, I am encountering more parents who wish to become more self-reflexive and to make sure they are doing all they can with their little ones, or...
by Philip Cachia | Jan 10, 2024 | Blog
A recent local study about “Safety in Childhood: A prevalence survey on childhood experiences of abuse”, was conducted by the Department of Child and Family Studies at the University of Malta in collaboration with the Commission on Gender-Based Violence and Domestic...
by Philip Cachia | Dec 18, 2023 | Blog
Many of the blogs and information out there focuses on how we can positively discipline our children to support their growth and development. However, in this blog I wanted to delve into another important topic – what do children teach parents about life? How...
by Philip Cachia | Oct 5, 2023 | Blog
I was recently involved in the planning of an event about peer pressure, organised by Positive Parenting Malta in collaboration with the Office of the Commissioner for Children. Families shared their ideas and experiences on parenting and identified their needs and...
by Jean-Paul ST-John | Aug 4, 2023 | Blog
Living away from Malta during the past year has made me reflect on how as a Maltese culture we tend to be very hard on ourselves and how, from experience, we may find it easier to criticise rather than to offer praise or constructive feedback. As a side note, I truly...
by Jean-Paul ST-John | Jun 21, 2023 | Blog
In my professional practice as a clinical psychologist, I have often encountered parents who would like to assess their child for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or who have just received a diagnosis. I find that offering support and communicating with parents and...
