Psychology For Parents | Mums & Dads

Overprotective Parent Wrapping a Child in Bubble Wrap

September 10, 2014 Sandi Mann 1 Comment helicopter parenting

Fly me to the moon

The overprotective instincts of modern parents are destroying children’s independence, confidence and self-esteem trapping them in a fearful dependency from which they might never escape.

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July 1, 2014 Sandi Mann 0 Comments depression

Whilst depression amongst new mums is now fairly well acknowledged and understood, mums are expected to ‘grow’ out of it as their baby grows. Yet post-natal depression can persist years – and equally, a new mum can sail through the early years only to suffer depression once her kids start school or become more independent.

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March 31, 2014 Sandi Mann 0 Comments gender toys

Lego in pink, Barbie in blue

What impact ‘gendered toys’ have on children; if toy retailers make prams and science kits gender neutral, are we really going to create more female scientists and more stay at home dads? Does allowing kids free reign in playing with not gender stereotyping toys lead to more opportunities for both genders, or to gender confusion?

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December 16, 2013 Sandi Mann 0 Comments bedtime prayers, bedtime routine

Teddy bear, teddy bear go upstairs,
Teddy bear, teddy bear say your prayers

How many parents these days sit down with their freshly bathed and newly pyjamered offspring to offer a bedtime prayer? Well, if the dozens of books on bedtime prayers listed on Amazon are anything to go by, there are still plenty that do. And, surprising research suggests that there are important psychological benefits to saying some version of bedtime ‘prayers’ with your children each night (but don’t worry, you don’t have to be a believer to benefit!)

Climbing girls | Girls should be encouraged to take a risk even if they won't be able to rich the top

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December 5, 2013 Helen Jeys 0 Comments tiara syndrome

Tiara Syndrome

‘Tiara Syndrome’ term refers to a female tendency to work hard, to keep her head down and not to push herself forward for reward or recognition. Boys may push themselves forward to see what is happening; they often want to be the center of attention. Girls, however, tend to hold back,, believing that they will get what they deserve (i.e. the tiara) if they work hard, they often do not go out of their way to fight for recognition!

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September 18, 2013 Sandi Mann 1 Comment friend separation anxiety, separation anxiety in children

Friends forever… Aren’t they?

Friendship Separation Anxiety is a much more widespread problem that affects children from Reception right through the primary-school years and beyond. As their dependence on their parents weakens, so the bonds with their peers grow stronger.

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July 14, 2013 Caroline Wright 0 Comments encouraging good behavior, KidsUnlimited, managing toddler behaviour, terrible twos

The Terrible Two’s

Two year olds like to be independent. Getting independence is not an easy task. Life is quite demanding at the age of two. What you have to remember is that every child is different and will learn and grow at his or her own pace.

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May 10, 2012 Louise Tyler 0 Comments bullying

Sugar and Spice and All Things Nice..?

Girls’ friendships at primary school are often intense, confusing and frustrating. Of course they can be a source of sheer joy, full of giggles and chatter, sharing secrets and fun. But this happiness and security can be devastated by break-ups, betrayals or gossip and your daughter will need guidance to help her navigate her way through these sometimes choppy waters