Ruth Stephens

@revsophiejelley Happy birthday Alice! 🎉 A mum of 3 adults now!

Watch this it’s fascinating - I asked James Timpson what he’d do about prisons and sentencing if he was in charge. He believes only a third of prisoners in jail should definitely be there. He’s now in charge of prisons (but not sentencing).

@zackferguson Thanks so much for sharing these tweets. I’m currently researching the role of fathers in attachment as part of an MSc. I have seen how neglected fathers have been and feel so moved by what you have written; such an important area that needs addressing.

I’ve been meaning to write a thread about this for a while so here goes… for the benefit of anyone who’s struggling as a new dad, here’s a frank account of my first few weeks of parenthood. It was difficult to write so I’m afraid it’s a long one! 🧵 (TW: post-natal depression)

@wheeliejess So happy they won. Most deserving winner ever. X

Just as powerful the second time round - I was in tears before it even started! 😭 she’s just a phenomenal dancer #Strictly2021

“It’s so much more than just a game: it really can change the world” #attachment #serveandreturn #childdevelopment ted.com/talks/molly_wr…

A reminder to of tomorrow's workshop with Steve Morris. He will be talking about Applied Theatre and the DMM & will be bringing his DMM masks and showing us how these can be used. It'll be a fun and interactive session. Join our community to get involved: dmm-community.mn.co

Really interesting article bbc.com/future/article…

The rise in #childmentalhealth difficulties is concerning. Coronavirus doctor's diary: We're getting self-harming 10-year-olds in A&E bbc.co.uk/news/health-55…

Day 2. Today I got this. Interested to know results! I have been nominated to produce a picture a day for 7days to illustrate my life (no people). copy these words, add a photo and repeat the challenge. Today I nominate @therapyspace if you fancy it (no pressure!)

For some kids the last year counts as an ACE. “The science, and especially the neuroscience, related to ACEs really connects the dots between adversity, toxic stress and mental health conditions that manifest in children and continue into adulthood.” forbes.com/sites/leahcamp…

@HuttonOt Yes I hesitated to send it as I usually say no to these things!!

@Ruthstevo Aw @Ruthstevo would love to however attempted this before & I totally realised I can’t sustain it 🤦🏻‍♀️. Here is one from today in honour of your 7 days. 🐈‍⬛ 🌟 #OccupationalTherapy

Day 1: sitting on a gym ball whilst working helps me focus. I have been nominated to produce a picture a day for 7days to illustrate my life (no people). You have to copy these words, add a photo and repeat the challenge. Today I nominate @HuttonOt if you fancy it (no pressure!)

This little animation highlights the importance of positive relationships around kids and teens who have experienced early trauma. #attachment #ACES youtu.be/xYBUY1kZpf8

One excellent conversation between @DrTharakaUK and @RobStevo exploring all things rest, work, faith, body. Thrive Conference 2020 'R' Refresh session youtu.be/_1R13a8yPt4 via @YouTube

Trauma has so many knock on effects and co-regulation is key

How can we, as professionals & services, hold the idea that traumatised children often become parents with Complex PTSD, who need the same co-regulation, empathy & bottom up approach as they did when they were young? #trauma

A lovely thing to do with your baby in tummy time. This type of learning play can also promote co-regulation as you chat and join in.

Keeping movement breaks right now is so important.

We are loving this “stress on the brain” rap style video. This could resonate with lots of teens #traumainformed youtu.be/fhI9KLwfpbM