Archive for August, 2009

Children with ADHD show a pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity and impulsivity that is more frequent and severe than is typical of a child their age.

This pattern of behaviour »

Children with Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) experience high levels of anxiety and worry about a number of events or activities, and find it difficult to control these worries.  They may »

Kimberley discussed how to teach your children basic money skills with the reporters from Good Health Magazine. You can find out more information about good money habits for children by »

Kimberley O’Brien, our Principal Child Psychologist and Jacqui Olsson our Intern Psychologist, facilitated the first North Bondi branch meeting of the Mental Health Professionals Network on Tuesday, 11th August 2009 »

The issue surrounding parents, children, and the use of corporal punishment is one that is currently of extreme importance.

Is Smacking Children ever OK?

Smacking children is never ok for »

Separation Anxiety in children is characterized by a extreme level of anxiety when the child is separated from their home, family members and parents. Children displaying signs of Separation Anxiety »

In today’s society children are becoming more connected to the media than ever before. With so many entertainment mediums available, children are continuously being bombarded with both advertisements and messages, »

What is a tween?

Tween is the term used to refer to people between the ages of 10-14 years of age. It refers to a stage of development where people »

Kimberley discussed  the question of a single mother and her new boyfriend with Justine Davies from Essential baby forums.  You can find out more information about trust, »