Child Wellbeing

In this episode of the Child Wellbeing Series with Daryl Higgins, Director of the Australian Catholic University's Institute of Child Protection Studies, we discuss the issue of parents smacking their children.

Daryl talks about the latest study which shows children who are smacked are more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression later in life. He also provides strategies for parents who may feel guilty after smacking a child and are looking for a more harmonious household

In the second podcast in the Child Wellbeing Series with Daryl Higgins, director of the Australian Catholic University's Institute of Child Protection Studies, our discussion centers around 'parenting interventions' to address mental health issues in children.

Daryl says the majority of mental health problems have their origins in childhood and adolescence which is why additional funding is needed to help families.

The problem has been made worse by the pandemic and the prevalence of social media. While family income plays a part, Daryl offers some tips on what parents can do to help their children. He also says it's better, if possible, if both parents are active in their child's development.