Summary

The conversation explores the concept of mental imagery in children, particularly how overwhelming mental images can lead to stress responses and behavioural issues. It highlights the experiences of children who struggle with their mental images and the impact these have on their emotional well-being. #mentalimagery #children #stressresponse #overwhelmingimages #emotionalwell-being

Takeaways

All children have mental images that can be overwhelming.

Overwhelming mental images can lead to stress responses.

Children may not be able to verbalise their feelings.

Specific words can trigger intense emotional reactions.

Understanding a child's mental imagery is crucial for support.

Visualising stress can manifest in physical behaviours.

Children's experiences with mental images vary widely.

Support strategies should consider individual mental imagery.

Communication about feelings is essential for emotional health.

Recognising triggers can help in managing stress responses.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Mental Imagery in Children

00:44 The Impact of Overwhelming Images on Behaviour

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