Gananoque School Invites Psychologist to Speak with Parents
St. Joseph’s School in Gananoque recently had a presentation night for parents that featured Dr. Maggie Mamen, a psychologist and author of a number of books aimed at helping mothers and fathers go through parenthood, “in one piece”, as some would joke.
According to Rhonda Peterson, who works as a student supporter or counselor at St. Joseph, the school tries to hold yearly presentation nights to help parents know more about the ins and outs of raising their children, as well as the things they should know about what students go through in school.
Peterson was also to thank for, for inviting Dr. Maggie Mamen to St. Joseph. She said that she had heard the doctor speak once before and was impressed by her know-how and advice to parents. She then recommended Dr. Mamen to the school’s vice president Paul Cox, who also heard of the doctor’s good reputation among parenting-advice circles.
During the parent presentation, Dr. Mamen spoke of how today’s kids are too pampered, largely an effect of parents being too pre-occupied at work and their other responsibilities. This makes them lose their authority, leaving some children with the power to make decisions normally done with the guidance and help of parents.
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