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Parenting group for fathers

 

A free parenting group for fathers will be held at the Beachside Family Centre during September.

"Male facilitator Nic Urie will show you that you won't need to study child psychology to understand the three simple steps in the 1-2-3 Magic program and get results quickly," Beachside Family Centre facilitator Ms Debbie Notara said.

"Step 1 is to control obnoxious behaviour.

"Here you learn a simple technique to get your kids to stop doing what you don't want them to do, whether it be whining, arguing, tantrums or sibling rivalry.

"Step 2: is to encourage good behaviour.

"Learn several effective methods to get your children to start doing what you do want them to do, such as cleaning rooms, going to bed, and doing homework.

"Step 3 is to strengthen relationships.

"Learn four powerful techniques that reinforce your bond with your children."

Ms Notara said participants would also learn how to manage the six kinds of testing and manipulation, how to handle misbehaviour in public and how to avoid the talk-persuade-argue-yell-hit syndrome.

"Children with fathers who are involved with them are more likely to succeed at school and less likely to become involved in anti-social behaviour in adolescence," Ms Notara said.

The course will be held on Thursday nights from 6.30pm to 8.30pm on September 6, 13 and 20.

Bookings essential and can be made by telephoning 4343 1929.

Press release, 13 Aug 2007 Debbie Notara, Beachside Family Centre