In celebration of Children’s Week, Dr Terence Sheppard (B.Ec., B.A. Psych. (Hons), PhD), an Adelaide Paediatric psychologist and co-author of Positive Parenting: a Guide to Raising Psychologically Healthy Children, will be hosting a special talk.
A veteran and well-known authority on the subject of mental health for children and teenagers, Dr Terence will host an interactive talk and cover key subjects such as how to raise happy, healthy and resilient kids using positive parenting strategies.
Terence will also take guests through his ‘10 Accomplishments of character’ which he believes is integral to a child as they are grow into adults, helping them to build fulfillment and character as they navigate the world. Other topics covered will include navigating digital screen time, parenting routines, school bullying and there will also be an opportunity for a Q&A.
While parents are focusing on Dr Terence’s talk, children will be entertained by children’s entertainer Dizzy Izzy who will keep kids occupied with live music, yoga, arts and crafts.
This is a great opportunity for parents to meet with Adelaide author, and Podcast host of his series, “Positive Parents – Resilient Kids,” who is also an active Practitioner of Child Psychology at his clinic Apple Tree Children’s Health, in Frewville, as well as Lecturer at University of Adelaide.
Agenda:
- 10am – 10:30am: Welcome and enjoy the morning tea for kids and parents with entertainment from Dizzy Izzy
- 10:30am – 11:15am: 45-minute Q&A session with Dr Terence Sheppard
- 10:30am – 11:15am: Family Activities by Dizzy Izzy
- 11:15am – 12pm: Networking and event conclusion
Tickets:
Tickets are FREE and include:
- 45-minute Q&A session with Dr Terence Sheppard
- Entertainment for children by Dizzy Izzy (yoga, music and arts & crafts)
- Morning tea for kids and adults by the Little Blue Coffee Van
- A $5 discount on the Positive Parenting book (retail price $30)
CLICK HERE TO BOOK TICKETS
For more information and all enquiries please visit the Positive Parenting website
What: Child Psychologist Dr Terence Sheppard’s Positive Parenting Talk
When: Saturday 19 October 2024 | 10am – 12pm
Where: Mitchell Park Sports & Community Club | 139 Bradley Grove, Mitchell Park
Who: Parents and their children
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