Amanda Young, Author at South Shore Therapies Resource Center

About Amanda Young

Hi, I am an occupational therapist at South Shore Therapies. I am passionate about supporting children’s differences and highlighting their strengths, in addition to helping their caregivers reframe their thinking about their child’s challenges. Our mission with SST's social media platform is to empower, educate and inspire families to take on life’s challenges while promoting an optimistic outlook and a brighter future.

Entries by Amanda Young

The Just Right Challenge

November 20, 2023 / Socio-Emotional Growth

If a task is too easy, it can be boring. If it is too hard, it can be frustrating. Finding the Just-Right-Challenge, will keep your child engaged and motivated. And it can empower your child to see that they can improve and succeed on their own.

Validation: Why Is It So Crucial For Our Kids?

January 25, 2021 / Socio-Emotional Growth

Emotional validation is defined as the process of learning about, understanding, and accepting another person’s emotions. Validation helps us connect with others, including our children, in addition to promoting self-confidence, emotional intelligence, and growth. This blog post will help you understand what validation is, why it’s important, and how you can incorporate it into your everyday parenting.