Ask the Expert: Explore with your son the stresses and agitations he experiences and see which ones you can address

Ask the Expert: Take the time to get a deeper understanding of what is going on for family members

Ask the Expert: While there are common patterns, each dyslexic child is unique and has their own learning profile

Ask the Expert: ‘He had a girlfriend over the summer in scouts, but then something happened and it ended badly’

Ask the Expert: ‘The first day seemed to go fine, but now he says he does not want to go in’

Ask the Expert: ‘Last week, when I had an important appointment, my daughter had a full-blown panic. It was really upsetting for everyone’

Ask the Expert: ‘Every bit of downtime I have now I find myself resorting to scrolling social media’

Ask the Expert: On average, 14 is the most challenging year for teenagers, and also for their parents

Ask the Expert: Moving to vulnerable communication about feelings neutralises resentment

Ask the Expert: She is really sensitive, is easily upset and has lots of fears

Ask the Expert: Lots of different things can assist with creating a better sleep routine and it is usually a case of trial and error to find what works

Ask the Expert: In helping your daughter, the goal is to understand and address the underlying stresses that cause her meltdowns

Ask the Expert: ‘He has now said he doesn’t want to hang out with his friends at school any more but won’t say why’

Ask the Expert: ‘My daughter is particularly upset at the loss of her best friend’

Ask the Expert: My husband had a terrible experience of school and doesn’t want to label our son