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Why does it matter?
- Why do parent relationships matter?
- What happens to babies and children when their
parents argue a lot
- What can we do to strengthen parent
STRENGTHENING PARENT RELATIONSHIPS Unlocking the potential Jan - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
STRENGTHENING PARENT RELATIONSHIPS Unlocking the potential Jan - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
STRENGTHENING PARENT RELATIONSHIPS Unlocking the potential Jan Mitcheson Why does it matter? Why do parent relationships matter? What happens to babies and children when their parents argue a lot What can we do to strengthen parent
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Relationship Satisfaction Declines
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Stressful stuff happens The stuff we bring with us Relationship quality How we communicate & resolve conflict
What is going g on in th the paren rent t relati tionsh nship & how couples s manag age e conflict & comm mmunicat ate e has a p profou
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nd impact on outcomes mes for children
Stressful stuff happens
VSA
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Relationship dis Stress
1.Antenatal stress 2.Mental Health 3.Physical Health
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RELATIONSHIP QUALITY AFFECTS HOW PARENTS.......
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- care for their children
- establish a consistent routine
- provide a stimulating environment for
- ptimum development
- provide emotional security
and warmth -attachment
- role model healthy relationships
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What do new parents argue about the most?
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Our survey says?
1.Money 2.Sex 3.Work 4.Bringing Up Baby 5.Housework
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CONSTRUCTIVE CONFLICT
✓ Seek compromise ✓ Demonstrate warmth ✓ Use humour and negotiation ✓ Resolve their differences ✓ Have discussion without resolution
DESTRUCTIVE CONFLICT
× Intense arguments × Verbal or physical aggression × The ‘silent treatment’
twice a week 2 hours silent 10 days a year
× Arguments that are about
- r involve the children
Reynolds J., Houlston C., Coleman L,. and Harold G. (2014) Parental Conflict: Outcomes and Interventions for Children and Families. Bristol Policy press
CONFLICT BETWEEN PARENTS ISNORMAL It is how parents argue that matters.
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CHILDREN EXPOSED TO FREQUENT, DESTRUCTIVE CONFLICT ARE MORE LIKELYTO: Experience depression or anxiety Have physical health problems Develop behaviour problems Do worse at school THERE IS A KNOCK ON EFFECT IN LATERLIFE ON: Adult relationships Psychological wellbeing Employment
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Harold, G., Acquah, D., Sellers, R. and Chowdry, H., (2016) What works to enhance inter-parental relationships and improve outcomes for children. London:EIF
CONFLICT BETWEEN PARENTS IS NORMAL
It is how parents argue that matters.
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Kids talk……..
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EA EARLY RLY INTER ERVE VENTI NTION ON
Picking up the signs Picking up the pieces
▪ Social Worker ▪ Relationship Counsellor ▪ CAFCASS ▪ Police ▪ CAMHS
Family Breakd kdown
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Early interven enti tion
HEALTH VISITOR GP HOUSING OFFICER PLAY GROUP
TEACHING ASSISTANT FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER
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But you can make a difference……..
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Doing ing ok Thre reat at & anx nxiety
Coping improves
Good communication and seeking support early can help a couple to become stronger after a stressful event
Relationship insight
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lercoa coast ster er of change
Coping as normal Coping -still a struggle
SU SUPP PPORT
CRISIS IS
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We can help ………
Relationship support from a mobile-friendly platform. Information and film clips based
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relationship science and research evidence, accessible 24/7. Helps parents understand more about their relationship and what they can do to strengthen it.
www.clickrelationships.org
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We are easy to find… OnePlusOne is a research-based charity which aims to strengthen relationships and help families and communities thrive. We have been working with frontline practitioners for 30 years, learning more about couples and families from the people who support them everyday. Find us at www.oneplusone.org.uk
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