Parents of the Year
We were never given a manual on how to parent. It is easy to get overwhelmed to know the right thing to do. There is so much contradictory information out there and everyone has their own advice. Parenting is a rewarding but messy, confusing, infuriating, guilt-inducing, and overwhelming journey. While it's easy to get lost, Andrew Stewart, a real dad, and Dr. Caroline Buzanko, a real mom, child psychologist, and parenting expert (who also happens to be married to Andrew) will help you get back on track. In each episode, Andrew and Caroline have open and honest chats about everything parenting. Join them in honesty, laughter, and tears (Caroline is a bit of a cry baby) as they help you navigate this journey of parenting. And, every so often, you may get some gems of expert advice. Our goal is to make your parenting journey less stressful, more forgiving, and more awesome. Please join us every Wednesday for new episodes of Parenting of the Year.
Parents of the Year
102. How does bullying affect our children’swell-being and what can we do about it?
In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline discuss bullying once again. They start by talking about bullying’s profound impact on children's well-being – not only emotional and psychological but also physical health – to highlight how important this topic is.
They then define what constitutes bullying, emphasizing the importance of differentiating it from other conflicts that may arise. Understanding the power imbalance and repetition of intentional harm is key to identifying bullying behaviour.
The discussion unfolds with the changing dynamics of bullying in today's society and whether we are doing enough to address it. Andrew brings up the Norwegian Olweus Program, an effective anti-bullying initiative, and its positive outcomes in reducing bullying incidents within schools.
Throughout the episode, Andrew and Caroline stress the crucial role of parents as primary protective factors for children's emotional well-being when they create the right environment for their children. By addressing bullying and promoting a nurturing atmosphere at home, parents can contribute significantly to their children's overall happiness and resilience.
Join us for this insightful conversation that offers practical advice for anyone interested in fostering a more compassionate and emotionally healthy environment for children. Together, we can take meaningful steps towards creating a brighter future for our young ones.
Read the full BBC article Andrew referred to here: https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20220307-the-best-way-to-stop-bullying?fr=operanews
And research article: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2010-06797-027
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