Twenty members of the Mt Gravatt Men’s Shed gathered for a Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) session to equip grandparents with skills to support their grandchildren in managing anxiety and building emotional resilience.
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Dr. Michael Herd of Triple P led the one-hour seminar held on October 16, offering insights from the “Fear-Less” program, generously funded and accessible to all Australian parents and caregivers.
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With Grandparents Day on October 29th, Triple P experts highlight the unique challenges grandparents caring for Generation Alpha kids face. They stress the importance of grandparents trusting their own wisdom.
Dr. Alan Ralph, Head of Training at Triple P International, noted the growing role of grandparents in childcare but highlighted their unfamiliarity with discussing mental health and anxiety.
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Dr. Ralph stated, “Australia’s grandparents now provide the most informal child care for children at a time when children are experiencing higher levels of anxiety and stress. Additionally, grandparents may struggle with new technology and ever-changing social media platforms, leaving them feeling ill-prepared to support their grandchildren during challenging times.”
In response, Triple P offers three critical tips for helping anxious grandchildren:
- Recognise, understand, and accept a child’s feelings.
- Teach children how to express their feelings.
- Help children develop an optimistic outlook.
The Triple P – Positive Parenting Program is a government-supported resource, accessible at www.triplep-parenting.net.au.
The Mt Gravatt Men’s Shed event showcases the importance of community support in addressing grandparenting challenges and nurturing future generations’ well-being.
Published 26-October-2023
