Science-Backed Research

APA Citations:

1. Jent, J. F., Niec, L. N., & Baker, S. E. (2018). Emotion regulation as a mechanism of change in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. Journal of Child and Family Studies, 27(2), 633–643. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10826-018-1302-2

2. Ginsburg, K. R. (2007). The importance of play in promoting healthy child development and maintaining strong parent-child bonds. Pediatrics, 119(1), 182-191. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2006-2697

3. Kuyken, W., Weare, K., Ukoumunne, O. C., Vicary, R., Motton, N., Burnett, R., ... & Huppert, F. (2013). Effectiveness of the Mindfulness in Schools Programme: Non-randomised controlled feasibility study. The British Journal of Psychiatry, 203(2), 126-131. https://doi.org/10.1192/bjp.bp.113.126649

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Research on Conscious Care Cards activities:

APA Citation List:

1. Finkelhor, D. (2009). Boundary awareness and safety: Teaching children to recognize and assert their boundaries reduces their vulnerability to abuse and fosters confidence. Child Abuse & Neglect, 33(7), 497–504. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2009.01.001

2. Ginsburg, K. R. (2007). Personal space and emotional well-being: Understanding personal space helps children manage anxiety in social situations and fosters respect for themselves and others. Pediatrics, 119(1), 182-191. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2006-2697

3. Baldry, A. C., & Farrington, D. P. (2000). Assertive communication: Learning to assertively communicate boundaries is linked to better interpersonal relationships and lower rates of peer victimization. Aggressive Behavior, 26(5), 425-434. https://doi.org/10.1002/1098-2337(2000)26:5<425::AID-AB6>3.0.CO;2-J

4. IJSRP. (2024). Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials: Evaluating diverse breathwork techniques for stress reduction and mental health outcomes. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications. https://www.ijsrp.org

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9. American Psychological Association. (2020). Engaging in hobbies: Participating in enjoyable activities enhances life satisfaction and reduces stress. Monitor on Psychology. Retrieved from https://www.apa.org

10. AAP Publications. (2022). Parenting interventions in pediatric primary care: Effectiveness in preventing mental and behavioral health disorders in children. Pediatrics, 140(6), e20170915. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2022-041781

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13. Trials Journal. (2019). Early parent-child intervention with dialogic book-sharing: Positive effects on child development outcomes. Trials, 20(1), 586. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-019-3743-6

14. PLOS Journals. (2020). The effects of physical exercise, parent-child interaction, and peer relationships on depression: Combining approaches for optimal outcomes. PLOS ONE, 15(4), e0230979. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0230979