The early childhood years matter a lot – experiences in these years have lifelong consequences for health and wellbeing.
The early years of development from conception until age five, and in particular the first 1000 days of development from conception to age two, have become subjects of intense study recently.
Reportedly, the first 1000 days are the period of maximum developmental plasticity, and therefore the period with the greatest potential to affect health and wellbeing over the life span of a person.
In Australia, this age group receives far less attention and funding than children of school age and adolescence.
Child psychology is one of the most frequently studied specialty areas. It focuses on the mind and behaviour of children from prenatal development through adolescence.
Child psychology deals not only with how children grow physically, but with their mental, emotional, and social development as well.
Krasi Kirova is a registered psychologist. She often works with young adults.
Krasi is passionate about joining people on their journey to healing and moving forward through life’s challenges in meaningful and life-affirming ways.
