CHAPPY CHALLENGE

Chappy Cam would like to invite you to come & play against him, in a card or board game. He will be holding this challenge on TUESDAY 2nd BREAK (1:30 pm) in the library.

Are you up to the challenge? Do you think you have what it takes to beat Chappy Cam? 

Chappy Challenge 2nd Break on Tuesdays

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CHAPPY CHATZ - RESILIENCE

Resilience means getting the brain’s neurochemistry right, says Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Director of Resilient Youth Australia. He shares his thinking about resilience, and how to activate a child’s brain to help them manage trauma in a healthy, timely way.

What does the term ‘resilience’ mean to you? What does it look like?

I look at resilience as the flexibility to respond to what life throws at you; as the internal and external resources we call upon in times of adversity. If resilience is compromised, or if you don’t ever develop it, you can’t fully capitalise on your ability to be flexible. Resilience is a protective factor for many things, including trauma, which, as I like to say, helps you ‘bungee jump through the pitfalls of life.’

What strategies can parents use to build children’s resilience after a trauma?

• Talk about it

Parents need to start by talking to their child and recognising that the traumatic event has happened. Gone are the days when parents would shield their kids from adversity. Instead, parents should address the issue honestly so kids can express their feelings and don’t worry unduly.

• Involve kids in taking action

There are many ‘doing’ processes following a family trauma (eg a funeral), which kids can take part in. If you’re recovering from a local event (eg a natural disaster), offer support to another affected family or the community as a family unit. Taking action helps processing and boosts empowerment.

• Seek help if you need it

Often, when we’re in fight/flight mode we repeat and even increase unhelpful behaviours, like arguing. Somebody outside of the fray (eg a therapist or even a good friend) can provide much-needed clarity and strength to support kids.

You may need to use mindfulness & meditation techniques to help your child to develop their resilience. These can be taught straight away so that when something does happen, it will be easy to have your child bounce back from it.

Have a great week!

See you around the school. 

Chappy Cam

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