Hitting, biting and other parenting challenges

Maggie Dent

Hitting, biting and other parenting challenges

(4:47 mins) There are some moments that can really swamp us as parents. Let’s explore the role of the brain in triggering challenging behaviour such as hitting, biting or fleeing… and look at some strategies for parents and carers to use dealing with this type of thing in the moment and de-escalating situations.

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