KidsAbility Centre for Child Development

Therapy Tip of the Week: Temperature, Tone, Tension

Supporting children to notice what their body is telling them can help them understand when they need a break or extra support. A quick check‑in of how their body feels - warm or cool, tight or loose, tense or relaxed - can guide them toward better self‑regulation.

By practicing this together, children learn to recognize early signs of stress before it becomes overwhelming. This builds awareness, supports communication, and encourages them to ask for help when they need it.

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