Hornets & Hippos: How to Use Imagination, Mindfulness, and Brain Science to Decrease Fear and Anger and Reach Your Goals - Paperback

by Margaret Ann Jessop Psyd (Author)

Developed by licensed child psychologist, Margaret Ann Jessop, PsyD, Hornets & Hippos is a program for parents and children from 6 to 12 years old, that teaches families how anxiety, anger, and the stress responses work. The animal-friendly imagery and mindfulness techniques presented in this workbook will teach children about their 'hornet-brain' (amygdala) and 'hippo-brain' (hippocampus), and offer them ways to reduce and manage high anxiety and stress moments.Inside this workbook, you and your child will discover helpful worksheets, guided meditations, and other easy-to-remember techniques that will, over time, develop a home routine to help your child find more calm and peace of mind.

Author Biography

Specializing in early childhood development, Dr. Jessop works with children and parents in the hopes of preventing problems and addressing developing ones. She uses attachment theory, family systems, mindfulness, and neuropsychology interventions. She has a particular area of expertise in anxiety and mood disorders.