by Debbie Hopper | Nov 17, 2022 | Blog, Child Behaviour
Chores. No one likes them, right? Especially not kids. If it seems that there is always some problem, drama, or mysterious ailment that pops up at your house every time chores are mentioned, you’re not alone! So, is it possible to get kids to do their chores without...
by Debbie Hopper | Feb 10, 2022 | Anxiety, Blog
As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on, we hear daily reports of death and illness as well as social and economic impacts, and the rules and restrictions associated with daily life. But what few media outlets mention is the toll this is taking on the mental health and...
by Liza Clutario | Dec 2, 2021 | Podcast
In Episode 51 of Life Skills 4 Kids, Deb talked about how Technology anxiety is real amongst children and young people who have been in lockdowns, back to face-to-face returning to the classroom and another change coming up – back into school holidays and the threat...
by Debbie Hopper | Sep 21, 2021 | Anxiety, Back to School, Blog
Returning to school can be a stressful experience for children at the best of times, but going back to school after extended lockdowns can cause extra anxiety. Although many children and parents are looking forward to the return of school, managing the anxiety that...
by Debbie Hopper | Aug 4, 2020 | Podcast
In Episode 48 of the Life Skills 4 Kids Podcast, Deb talks with Dr. Louise Metcalf, a senior psychologist at the Feel Good Clinic in Sydney and Gheorg.com. In this episode they cover: Three tips to help children and families cope. Knowing and managing your own anxiety...