Toxic Childhood - Sue Palmer, Sunday 17th April, 0900

Sue's talk was amusing, thought provoking and issued a warning to all who are parents or work with children.  The presentation has been recorded and I recommend viewing it. 

A few things to ponder from Sue's talk:

• The dance of communication is vital for children - this is when the parent rocks the baby in their arms and talks or sings to them.
• Technological change is accerlerating at an amazing rate but human development happens at a biological rate.
• Children are being use as marketing tools - adverts are targetted at young children who then pressurise their parents to buy goods.
• Children need to play outside with other children.
• Children need to develop self discipline and self control.
• Children under 7 should not have electronic access.

If anyone would like me to ask Sue a question during the question and answer session at 16.10 today please let me know and I will ask it on your behalf (providing I can catch the eye of the person with the roving microphone).