Quirky Kid Clinic » Behaviour

Sensory Seeking

Leonardo Rocker — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 04:41:32 +0000

Jacqui Olsson attended a workshop on Sensory Processing and its links with behaviour on Wednesday, 25^th November 2009. This workshop examined the link between children’s behaviour, their ability to process sensory information and to understand their world and communicate, and provided loads of helpful strategies to assist children in play activities, staying calm and independently managing their own behaviour.

If you feel your child may have some sensory processing difficulties, you may consider the Sensory Profile to identify their sensory strengths and weaknesses. Please contact us if you would like more information on managing your child’s behaviour.

Sensory Profile

Smacking and Children

Leonardo Rocker — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 01:26:19 +0000

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 a number of reasons. Firstly, smacking children is a form of abuse that is punishable by law. Children have the right to feel safe and protected, and therefore should not be subjected to violent treatment. In addition, children tend to mimic the actions and behavior of adults. Children who are subjected to violence often lash out in violent ways themselves.

Consequences associated with smacking children:

can result in trauma and extensive harm to the child;
can lead to the destruction of trusted relationships;
poor self-esteem;
learning difficulties;
behavioral problems;

Where parents can go to get help:

By seeking support and attempting to learn new methods to better discipline children, parents are taking a critically important step. They can seek various forms of support including:

practical and personal suppor, information based support
enroll in classes- i.e. anger management, parent training classes

Alternative methods of discipline:

Parents can discipline their children in a number of ways without ever resorting to hitting or smacking. When parents are upset they should:

take time to cool down before disciplining a child
explain the reasons behind their actions to the child
focus on encouraging verbal communication and interaction
explain how to prevent future occurrences to the child
be sure to remain both empathetic and patient when disciplining the child

The Quirky Kid clinic offers consultation, parenting training and our popular workshop, Raised on Praise.

References:
Raising Children Network , and Kimberley O’Briem, Chidl Psychologist

Video Games and Children @ 10 News

Leonardo Rocker — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:30:03 +0000

Kimberley discussed the Impact of Video Games have on children and adolescents with Tim Potter from Channel 10 News. You can find out more information about Video games and children by visiting our resources page .

The full interview is available here and on Channel 10 website.

If you have a story and would like to discuss it with us, please schedule a time. Kimberley O’Brien enjoys sharing the best of her therapeutic moments with the media.

Dealing with Spoilt Children @ Crikey

Leonardo Rocker — Tue, 20 May 2008 03:04:37 +0000

Kimberley discussed spoilt children with reporter Thomas Hunter at Crikey. You can find out more about how to prevent spoiling your child and how to deal with spoilt children, by visiting our resources page or discussing it on our forum.

The full article is available on the Crikey website.

If you have a story and would like to discuss it with us, please schedule a time. Kimberley O’Brien enjoys sharing the best of her therapeutic moments with the media.

Facts about Tweens @ Sydney Child

Leonardo Rocker — Tue, 01 May 2007 12:00:15 +0000

Kimberley discussed the topic of Tweens with the reporter from Sydney’s Child Magazine. You can find out more information about tweens, their behaviors and parenting tips by visiting our resources page or discussing it on our forum.

The full interview is available on the Sydney’s Child Magazine website.

If you have a story and would like to discuss it with us, please schedule a time. Kimberley O’Brien enjoys sharing the best of her therapeutic moments with the media.