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‘Families Under Pressure’ is a series of 12 videos featuring parenting tips and guidance on how to respond when children are misbehaving, and how to build a better rapport with your child. The series was created by King’s College London’s Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, and Maudsley Charity.

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12. Boost positive emotions
12. Boost positive emotions

Video: 12. Boost positive emotions

Broadcaster and comedian Sandi Toksvig discusses the importance of parents being kind to themselves and building new routines when old ones are lost.
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Published: 20th May 2020
Updated: 8th Mar 2026
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8. Using Sanctions
8. Using Sanctions

Video: 8. Using Sanctions

Comedian and author Shappi Khorsandi explains how to deliver sanctions carefully, calmly and consistently.
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Published: 29th Apr 2026
Updated: 29th Apr 2026
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1. Staying positive
1. Staying positive

Video: 1. Staying positive

Academy Award-winning actor Olivia Colman explains the importance of looking after yourself and staying connected with others, to ensure you look after…
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Published: 29th Apr 2026
Updated: 29th Apr 2026
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7. Keep Calm
7. Keep Calm

Video: 7. Keep Calm

Comedian Romesh Ranganathan shows parents how to take a moment to collect their thoughts when things start to erupt.
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Published: 11th May 2020
Updated: 27th Feb 2026
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6. Limit conflict
6. Limit conflict

Video: 6. Limit conflict

TV presenter Holly Willoughby explains how to implement a plan to help avoid situations that can lead to conflict.
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Published: 11th May 2020
Updated: 27th Feb 2026
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