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Our principal psychologist presented her Ph.D. findings for the first public forum at the AARE Conference (Australian Association for Research in Education).
The Annual Bologna Book Fair is the world’s largest children’s book trade fair. We've travelled to Bologna for the 2018 Children’s Book Fair.
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Discover effective strategies for overcoming playground politics among children aged 5-12 years, by nurturing skills with our practical and playful online course. Led by Dr. Kimberley O'Brien, Principal Child Psychologist at Quirky Kid, this course offers techniques for parents to implement immediately.
A smashing series primed to help young readers ease through essential early childhood skills including manners, greetings and nightmares.
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Discover the intricate world of sensory processing issues in children. Explore their challenges, behaviours, and practical strategies for parents in this comprehensive guide. Unlock a brighter future for your child.
When one parent is authoritarian and the other tries to compensate, problems can arise. Our expert advice will help you find balance. We’ve all heard of helicopter parents who overprotect their children and tiger parents who push their children to succeed, but the original parenting styles were introduced by clinical and developmental psychologist Diana Baumrind in 1966.
Dr Kimberley O’Brien speaks to Rose, the mother of a seven-year-old boy who has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), about her journey to obtain a diagnosis and how she manages her son’s hyperactivity.
Children who struggle to pay attention in class, become overwhelmed with tasks or behave impulsively may have executive functioning issues. Our complete guide addresses signs, assessment methods and treatment options.
In this episode of the Impressive podcast, Dr Kimberley discusses why parents should encourage their children to take risks with Daisy Turnbull, author of 50 Risks to Take With Your Kids and 50 Questions to Ask Your Teens.
In the first episode of season two, Dr Kimberley O’Brien talks to Jade, whose nine-year-old son Logan is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Jade shares the long and winding road her family embarked on to obtain an ASD diagnosis.
Remember the first time you pondered the vastness of space? Here’s why cultivating awe and wonder in children is so beneficial.
You deserve a week of bonding and fun, so follow our expert tips to plan an experience your family won’t soon forget.
Harness the power of your children’s conflict and teach them valuable life skills with our expert tips.
Does your child resist new or challenging situations? Our six expert tips will help you boost their confidence and resilience.
Children who grow up with a sibling who has a chronic mental or physical condition may feel ignored or forgotten. Here’s how we can support them and help prevent the development of their own health problems.
Is your child a fussy eater? Explore our tips for promoting positive and healthy eating habits.
Want to promote positive body image? Learn how to send the right message when talking to your child.
Get ready for exam season and help your child excel with these preparation strategies.
Competitive sport can have a positive impact on children’s health and emotional wellbeing, but it can also lead to burnout or injury if children are pushed too hard. Here’s how to strike the right balance.
Discover tips on how to successfully involve young children in household chores with motivation, engagement, effort, and with less resistance.
Are we there yet? Learn how often, how long and where to stop while keeping family dynamics normalised during your next road-trip.
Help your child help themselves with our parenting strategies for empowerment and motivation.
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