Good Behaviour
Article by Angela Haldane
Recently I was on bFM speaking about the anti- smacking bill. I highlighted that there needs to be more focus on parenting programmes so caregivers develop skills to manage behaviour.
I referred to a book which attracted a lot of attention and requests later in the week so I thought I should post the details .
The book is called "Good Behaviour" which is a small book that is quick to grasp the key points on
• Time out – Research has stated that ' time out' works for thousands and thousands of children, if it's not working… you are not doing it right.
• Mealtimes
• Praise your child – catch them doing something good and praise them. Then they have no need to find negative ways of behaving to attract your attention.
• Change the subject, you can only have one thought at a time so change the topic. Eg. Guess what happened to me last week… What's your favourite colour? What did you play at lunchtime at school?
Send in a cheque for $10 with your return address to
Family Works
P.O. Box 49013
Mt Roskill 1445
Tel 6204750
If you need an appointment with a child psychologist, I can recommend Ian Lambie 0272809948.