Discussion groups for parents of hyperactive preschoolers
Children’s Rehabilitation Services is running facilitated, peer-support discussion groups for parents of hyperactive/high-energy preschool-age children (approx. 3–6 years). The groups are for families who face challenging situations with their child. Challenging behaviour may show up as hyperactivity, impulsivity, or defiance.
Topics include:
- Caring for your own wellbeing as a parent
- Giving your child positive attention
- Interaction with your child
- Using clear, direct instructions
- Reinforcing the behaviours you want to see
- Setting boundaries
Sessions are held in Finnish.
Groups starting in late 2025
Group 1 (Online via Microsoft Teams)
When: Wednesdays 12:00–13:30, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 8 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct and 5 Nov 2025 (6 times in total)
NOTE: No group on 15 October (school autumn break)
How to register: Text your name and contact details to 040 634 3192.
The group instructor will call to confirm your registration. The groups will be filled in the order of registration
More information:
Psychologist Liina Vanatoa, tel. 040 6343192
Group 2 (Online via Microsoft Teams)
When: Thursdays 8:30–10:00 on 30 Oct 2025; 6 Nov 2025; 20 Nov 2025; 4 Dec 2025; 18 Dec 2025; and 8 Jan 2026
How to register: Text your name and contact details to 046 877 2699.
The group instructors will call to confirm your registration. The groups will be filled in the order of registration.
More information:
Psychologists Elina Kaasalainen, tel. 046 8772699 & Leena Tiainen, tel. 040 6442963
- Family centre