The impact of trauma

Water

There are basic needs in life. One of which is water. Although, for most of us water is nothing special. There is nothing grand about it. We run our taps and it’s there. If you’re fortunate to live in England it falls from the sky most days. However, this isn’t the case for all individuals. Water can be so much more. Next time it rains, don’t complain. Just enjoy the moment and remember that actually it isn’t all bad. Childhood and water, what could be more beautiful?

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The loneliness in technology

I attended a lecture a couple of months ago about the benefits of technology on young children. Prior to this my views of technology and children were very negative and I felt that the two should be kept separated. However, the lecture opened my eyes and widened my knowledge about the topic.

The conclusions drawn were very much focused on the view that educational games do no harm to children, in fact they can aid in their development. The time spent using such technology should however be limited and monitored by parents and guardians. Children should not be given the opportunity to become so attached to technology that they forget the real world exists.

The problem is however the TV. If parents were to sit with children and talk through the progammes/films they are watching with them, then this is ok. Children are therefore given the opportunity to explain what they are seeing or can ask questions about anything they don’t understand. However, this is not the case in most households. Rather, children are placed in front of the TV or a tablet and left alone to watch endless episodes of Peppa Pig. There is no interaction with those around them. No opportunity to talk. No opportunity to learn. No opportunity to play. No opportunity to develop.

Yes, technology does have its benefits. It’s not all bad. What we must remember is that it shouldn’t become a way of life and just another part of the day. I understand that times are changing and technology plays a large part in our lives. I for one would struggle to cope without it! But, for children it should be limited. Children should be outside exploring, playing with toys, colouring in pictures, drawing to their hearts content, reading books, doing puzzles, socialising and just generally be a child. There is plenty of time for computers, mobile phones and iPads in the future.