Summary: Managing behaviour is a big part of a parent's role. But sometimes kids don't respond as we'd like, and we become frustrated and often feel helpless. If this is you, you're not alone. Even your host, Tim Dansie, who has spent his career working with children, has had moments where he has blown up in a battle with the kids! But how we respond is so important. It's crucial to rectify the situation and apologise where necessary. If a child is displaying ongoing challenging behaviours, Tim reminds listeners to keep it simple. Focus on one thing at a time. And the first place Tim starts is to look for patterns in behaviour. What is the cause? Then, why is the child acting a certain way? And then how is the child responding? At this point we can consider what strategies to teach the child to respond in a more effective way. Listen to the detail in this important episode right now. About Tim Dansie: Tim is a registered Teacher and Psychologist. He spent 12 years working in schools as a Teacher / Psychologist before establishing his own private practice working with children, families, teachers and schools. As a result, Tim has a unique understanding about what is required to improve a student's educational and wellbeing outcomes. Tim currently consults to the Independent Schools Association, the Catholic Schools Association and the Education Department of South Australia. He also works with elite level athletes, consulting to the Adelaide Football Club in the AFL and as a Career Guidance person to Adelaide United in the A-League. Tim has vast experience working with children and families and he is able to offer a wide range of services. Connect with Tim: For the latest news, insights and information about upcoming books, podcasts and other content, join Tim Dansie's mailing list here http://eepurl.com/dmRd6P. You can also send Tim an email here tdpsych@bigpond.com or find out more about his private practice here http://tdpsych.com Tim's book Setting Your Kids Up for Success (4 - 12): Time for Some Common Sense is on the way. Sign up to our mailing list (here http://eepurl.com/dmRd6P) to get notified when it's released! This show is produced by Apiro Media - http://apiropodcasts.com
