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Educational Psychology
Blog Articles

Explore evidence-based blogs from Dr Jemma Anderson, Chartered Educational and Child Psychologist, covering child development, attachment, trauma, autism, ADHD, emotional regulation, sleep, behaviour and parenting.

Written for families, educators and professionals, these blogs translate psychological research into practical, compassionate guidance that helps make sense of children’s behaviour.

Why Some Children Find It Hard To Sleep
Jemma Anderson Jemma Anderson

Why Some Children Find It Hard To Sleep

For many children, sleep difficulties are not simply about routines habit, but about what they need to feel safe and regulated enough to rest. This article explores the role of connection, co-regulation, and nervous system regulation in children’s sleep.

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What Does an Educational Psychologist Do? A Guide for Parents and Schools
Jemma Anderson Jemma Anderson

What Does an Educational Psychologist Do? A Guide for Parents and Schools

What does an Educational Psychologist do? This article explains how Educational Psychologists understand children’s behaviour, emotional wellbeing, learning and development, helping parents, schools and professionals make sense of children’s needs and identify the most appropriate support.

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An initial consultation offers a focused space to share what’s happening for your child and consider what support could make positive changes.

Trauma-informed approaches to behaviour and emotional support in schools.