Abuse
What is child abuse? Emotional abuse Neglect Physical abuse Sexual abuse Exploitation Who abuses children and why? Is it ever the child’s fault? What can I do?
Anxiety
What is anxiety? Why is it important to talk about anxiety? When should I be concerned? What are panic attacks? Managing your child’s anxiety . Tips for parents in managing anxiety and panic. Resources.
Behaviour problems
What are behaviour problems? Behaviour problems to watch out for. What are some common behavioural disorders?
Bonding and attachment
What is bonding? What is attachment? Good things about attachment and bonding for the baby.
Bullying
What is bullying? Different types of bullying Possible signs of bullying. The role players. What to do if your child is being bullied or is the bully? Be internet safe and bullying in schools.
COVID-19 Advice and Resources
Basic Information, Myths and Facts, Where you can get tested, Additional Resources
Depression
What is depression? Signs and symptoms of depression. Treating depression. Resources.
Disability
What does disability mean? Talking to your child about disability. Teaching empathy while explaining disability. Things to remember.
Discrimination & Stigma
What is discrimination? What is stigma? Talking to your child about discrimination and stigma. What to do if your child is being discriminated against.
Eating problems
What are eating disorders? Types of eating disorders? Tips for managing eating disorders and how you can help.
Gangsterism / Violence
Gangsterism in South African Schools. Where do gangs come from? Tips for parents and schools. Resources, References and Contacts.
Positive Discipline
What is Positive Discipline? How children learn best. Communication with children. Difficult children or children with special needs. Raising boys and girls. Behaviour that is harmful to children. Learning with our children. Parents/Caregivers also need ‘time out’.
Poverty & Homelessness
What is poverty? Talking to children about poverty and homelessness. What you can do about street children. Resources.
Safety tips for children who are in school
Safety tips for children who school in local CDB Schools
School Attendance
What is School refusal? Child truanting at school? Lack of money for fees? Know your rights!
Self Harm
What is self harm? Types of self harm. Why do people self harm? Tips for parents if your child is self-harming.
Sexually Transmitted Infections
STIs (sexually transmitted Infections) are infections (sicknesses) caused by germs (viruses, bacteria, and funguses) that move from person to person
Trauma
What is trauma? Different traumatic events. How people are affected by trauma. How people respond to trauma. How does trauma affect children? Intervening in trauma cases. Legislation. How can you get help?