When you were growing up, time-out was probably called "Go to your room!".

But now the shoe is on the other foot, you might be wondering how to make it an effective tool for managing your child's behaviour.

Matt Sanders is a Professor of Clinical Psychology, Director of the Parenting and Family Support Centre at The University of Queensland and Founder of the Triple P - Positive Parenting Program.

This unique system of parenting intervention is being used extensively around the world.

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