Signs of abuse There are more specific signs often associated with particular types of child abuse and neglect: physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse. It is important to note, however, that these types of abuse are more typically found in combination than alone. A physically abused child, for example, is often emotionally [...]
Abuse and what it does Child abuse is more than bruises and broken bones. While physical abuse might be the most visible sign, other types of abuse, such as emotional abuse or child neglect, also leave deep, long lasting scars. Some signs of child abuse are subtler than others. Knowing common types of abuse [...]
“In play, a child is always above his average age, above his daily behavior.” (Vigotsky 1966) This makes play one of the most important parts of the child’s early development. From the first days of a child’s life, he is engaged in playing; not only as an enjoyable activity but as one of the most [...]
About playing activities of children in general a lot is said by educationalists and psychologists like Vygotsky, Piaget and Erikson Play, for Vygotsky, is a vehicle for a child that enables it to behave more maturely than in other situations. In fantasy play children can work at the top of their developmental possibilities. “It [...]
What does a parent need to know about assessment? Assessment for an Early Intervention Service should evaluate children on their capabilities, not deficits, and analyze how children manage in relation to their family, community and culture. A developmental assessment tries to analyze the child’s competencies and resources. It determines the parents and professionals to look [...]
A collection of video’s that fits to the site information, posted on YouTube,. Nu mergi singur. Niciodată. : Hanah-tune: “You never walk alone..” (Lee Towers). Result of the first parent meeting, Brasov 2008 O conversatia typica cu mama : Lev Yilmaz; Tales of mere existence; Romanian captured. Impression of how a conversation can go wrong Limba semnelor : Romanian [...]
Welcome. Hanah International Foundation directly supports initiatives on demand of parents of children with special communication needs to join them in optimizing the family situation. For that purpose we offer the experience of an international network of regional independent experts and experienced parents that exist meanwhile from the Baltic to the Black Sea. This network aims at sharing knowledge, skills and enthusiasm of parents, children and professionals. Hanah International does not provide any direct financial support, equipment or other facilities other than in Hanah activities.
