High-quality parenting programmes can support vulnerable people and their ability to parent. Charlotte Goddard profiles one such programme and the challenges facing this type of intervention
Fortunately for those parents struggling to cope with their child’s behaviour, there are programmes to help, reports Annette Rawstrone
Early intervention programmes are finding greater success by engaging both parents, rather than just mothers, as well as enrolling them before the birth of their child, discovers Annette Rawstrone
A parenting programme that originated more than 25 years ago in the United States has been hailed as a success in helping parents in Wales to manage children's challenging behaviour. The positive...
An early intervention programme called Parents as First Teachers is improving parent-child interactions, the home environment and, as a result, child outcomes, writes Annette Rawstrone
Aggression between children can be a concern, but how to teach positive behaviour? Practitioners' own conduct, realistic expectations and effective communication are crucial, says Kay Mathieson.
A furry toy is being used to engage parents in their children’s learning, finds Annette Rawstrone
How should you respond when a boy takes to dressing up as a girl? Sue Chambers offers advice.
If a child overreacts to tactile experiences it may be down to sensory processing, says Anne O'Connor.
Children will sometimes take things that do not belong to them, but this isn't necessarily stealing. Sue Chambers explains why.
