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Life for a neurodivergent child is a journey of highs and lows, marked by the joy of mastering new skills and the challenges of setbacks. As their parent or teacher, your support is crucial.
Educators, parents, and carers of children who are diagnosed as neurodivergent, are undergoing assessment, or are suspected to be neurodivergent are invited to join us for Championing Neurodiversity. This empowering webinar is designed to equip you with practical insights and strategies to help children with autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent conditions flourish.
Dr. Justin Coulson will help you:
Celebrate the unique strengths of your neurodivergent child Support your childâs individual needs Provide better behavioral and emotional support Improve communication and social skills Build resilience in your neurodivergent child Encourage collaboration and advocacyWhether youâre a parent or teacher, this webinar will provide the knowledge, encouragement, and community support needed to help neurodivergent children thrive in a neurotypical world. Join us to make a positive impact on their lives, helping them grow, succeed, and find joy in their journey.
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Unpacking the crisis in youth mental health
Our children are not ok.
Latest national statistics indicate that mental health challenges are at an all-time high in Australian children and youth. Anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders are wreaking havoc in our schools and families (not to mention the amplification of these challenges if your child is neuro-diverse). Suicide and self-harm are rising. And finding the right support and good help is increasingly challenging.
Our kids and our families are at breaking point.
How do we know if our kids will be ok? What can we do to support their mental health and resilience? What's going wrong, and how do we fix it?
Join Dr Justin Coulson, Australia's leading parenting expert, as he unpacks the mental health crisis enveloping our kids. He'll cover:
The root causes behind the deteriorating state of mental health, and who (or what) is responsible The tools you need to reverse this trend for your children Science-backed, relationship-focused strategies to remedy school refusal Realistic approaches for managing screen time in a way that protects your child's wellbeing without completely alienating them from their peers Creating margin in your home and family life to protect and promote mental wellnessSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Developing strength, calm and kindness in our kids
âHow can I help my child be more resilient?â is a question Dr Justin Coulson often hears from worried mums and dads.
In this session, parents will learn the psychological secrets that build their childâs sense of identity, strengths, and growth mindset in order to perform better, be happier, and build resilience.
Based on Dr Justin Coulsonâs best-selling book 9 Ways to a Resilient Child, this session shows parents how to help their children cope powerfully and positively with the challenges that life throws at them.
This presentation is one of Justinâs most popular ones with powerful stories and illustrations that every parent can relate to. He explains the factors that help and hinder resilience, why common advice such as âtoughen up Princessâ just doesnât work, and how competition and praise may undermine resilience.
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As the world evolves, so do the ways children access information.
It's crucial to understand that when it comes to sex, your child's curiosity may run deeper than you think. If they're not finding answers from you, they'll turn to other sources.
But can you be sure that what they discover will be accurate, healthy, safe, and aligned with the values you wish for your child? How equipped are you to pre-emptively guide your kids through the topics of sex, consent and body autonomy?
Join Dr Justin Coulson for âSex, Consent, & Staying Safeâ where youâll learn:
â The importance of modelling and teaching consent, respect and boundaries to children of all ages - from babies, toddlers, right through to teens
đ How to introduce these concepts in developmentally appropriate ways
𫶠What respect and true consent looks like
đ How to establish a pattern of having the open conversations your child needs as they grow
Don't wait. Start these conversations today.
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Since 2010 mood disorders in children and teens, like anxiety and depression, have been steadily rising.
The rise of online gaming, Discord, Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok has changed the way kids relate to one another. But it's also changed their expectations for one another - and themselves - and is associated with anxiety, perfectionism, bullying, and self-loathing. In short, our children are worried that they are not enough and their daily interactions with one another, their screens, and even with us, are reinforcing that fear.
In this webinar youâll discover:
why so many of our kids donât feel enough how our best-intentioned efforts to help them feel enough backfire solutions that shift your child's focus from worrying if theyâll ever be enough to no longer even thinking about it, and how to establish a relationship that leaves no doubt that they really are enoughSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Family dynamics have shifted significantly over the last couple of decades. Children, women, and men themselves have been largely set free from the archetype of the "authoritarian father figure". But what's been left in its place?
These days the default caricature of a dad is somewhat clueless. Incompetent, goofy, irresponsible, and undisciplined.
Some dads are leaning right into it, because hey! Why wouldn't you? On the other hand, many fathers reject this stereotype, stepping up to the plate, and contributing wherever they can. But they're still struggling to define what it means to be a man, or how to show up for their families as the best version of themselves.
Science clearly shows us that families thrive when fathers are engaged, present and involved. Their innate strengths and capacity have potential to weave resilience and tenderness into the fabric of family life, shaping character and values with wisdom and support.
Families need fathers, and fatherhood needs to be redefined. Join Dr Justin Coulson for this clarifying and hope-filled webinar that celebrates the unique and invaluable role of fathers in families. He'll unpack:
What it really means to be a man, Common myths about fatherhood, The significant benefits of involved fathers on a child's development and the impact on family dynamics, Insight into the unique contributions fathers bring to parenting, Strategies and tips on how fathers can be present and actively engaged in their children's lives, regardless of family circumstances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mental Health is on everyoneâs lips. There are countless news articles about mental health every year â in fact over the course of a typical day, there are more articles published about mental health than there are about other hot topics like AI, the risk of a recession, and even Taylor Swift!
With 44% of Australian adults having experienced a mental disorder over the course of their lives, and 1 in 5 having experienced symptoms of a mental disorder over the last 12 months, itâs no surprise that Google searches for mental health queries reached an all-time high in 2021.
Australian parents and Aussie kids are struggling. Anxiety, depression, and burnout are breaking too many of our kids, and too many of us. Parents are floundering. Children are languishing. Our mental health services are overwhelmed. And we need answers and help. Now.
In the past 20 years, researchers have made enormous progress on how we can increase wellbeing, even when mental illness is a part of our lives. And in this webinar, Dr Justin Coulson - one of Australia's leading parenting and wellbeing speakers - will walk you through the most cutting-edge stats, strategies, and supports to build wellbeing in your family, your children, and even in you!
Join this webinar to learn -
how to flourish even if you or your kids are in the midst of mental health challenges
the 5 most powerful evidence-based interventions to build a flourishing life
the secret to a life well lived, and
the biggest risk factors and protective factors of mental health
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So much internet ink has been spilled decrying the challenges of raising digital kids. In today's world, teeming with technological advancements, the risks our children face have reached unprecedented levels. The need for protection is undeniable.
But⊠our kids are growing up in this digital environment. And frankly, itâs pretty damn awesome. The opportunity we have in front of us is unparalleled. Never in history has there been so much potential for our children to build and develop amazing digital solutions that can improve our world.
How do we balance this? How much screen time is too much screen time? What age is appropriate for screen use? What should parents do about social media, gaming, inappropriate content, online stranger danger, and screen addiction? How can we effectively safeguard our children against the risks of the online world while empowering them to use technology for good?
Join Dr. Justin Coulson in this indispensable webinar where he will help you with your biggest concerns about technology and children. In this session, he will reveal the key to finding a balance between safeguarding and embracing progress in the digital era. Get ready to uncover:
What research says about kids, screens, and wellbeing - and why we have every right to be concerned
Why the negatives are happening
How to turn anxiety into opportunity
Practical solutions for every parent
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Parenting is one of those things we often think should just come 'naturally'. We imagine we'll be great at it (not like those family members who can't seem to get it right!) and that our kids will turn out spot on. And then... we have kids.
Reality is painful for many of us. Parenting turns out to be harder than most of us imagined. We feel more tired. We have fewer answers, and the answers we thought we had don't seem to work like we planned. We wonder if we're too strict, too free-range, too gentle, too tiger, or too tired to care. We struggle with screens, feel burdened by boundaries, and feel like all we do is frown.
Yet parenting is also an incredible source of joy and happiness! How do we make it feel like that more often?
Join Dr Justin Coulson, the co-host and parenting expert on Channel 9s hit TV show, Parental Guidance, for some... well, extra special parental guidance! In this jam-packed, interactive, 90-minute webinar, you'll discover:
What every child needs from their parents in order to flourish Where parents are going wrong in their efforts to be the perfect parent How to get discipline right, even when everything's going wrong, and Why joy in family life is easy to find... when you know where to look.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What does it mean to be a good parent? Are you a good parent when your child is compliant, but a bad parent when they're not? What if they're perfect at age three and challenging at thirteen? And what if your child has additional needs?
The Parenting Revolution is about parenting styles and what it takes to be a great parent. We know about tiger parents, helicopter parents, free-range parents, but have you heard of Tesla parents, leaf-blower parents or iPhone 6 parents?
So many styles, but is there one that actually works?
Join Dr Justin for a practical webinar which draws on content from his new book, The Parenting Revolution, and incorporates up-to-the-minute research in parenting science as well as studies of childhood development.
Dr Justin Coulson will show you:
how our children thrive when we understand and meet their basic psychological needs;
how our job is not to fix our kids, but to create an environment that supports their growth and development; and
how children flourish when we minimise control, but maximise our warmth and involvement, and establish healthy boundaries.
Not all children are the same, and Justin considers a range of circumstances that you or your child might be in - including children with non-typical development.
His revolutionary approach and practical strategies will encourage you to change the way you parent forever.
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Did you know that your child is in the most rapid period of development since toddlerhood?
If your child is between the ages of nine and twelve, you are in the throes of the âbetweenâ years. Not quite a child and not yet a teenager, tweens embody a very specific stage of development that once understood will revolutionise the way you parent, educate and support those in your care.
Right now, before the full pressures of high school hit, you have a window of opportunity that can change the trajectory of adolescence and beyond. Your tween is ready to be switched on to their potential, and every trusted adult in their lives can be a part of that process.
Join Michelle for a special Q&A event to ask any of your parenting questions about tweens and their
friendship issues, mood swings, confidence crisis, technology habits, sibling rivalry, body image concerns, tricky behaviour, and anything else on the road ahead.Want more? Purchase her latest book, "Tweens" here. This book is practical, grounded in research and offers valuable insights from her survey of over 2000 parents and tweens. TWEENS will help you understand what kids need NOW, before the teenage years hit.
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How does your child approach challenges? Do they often take the easiest option? Do they sometimes give up when learning starts to get tough? Do they dislike the struggle that comes with learning something challenging?
Our relationship with challenge is one of the key elements of Learnership - the skill of learning. In this insightful and powerful session, James Anderson will show you how you can help your child develop a strong positive relationship with challenge. Heâll show you the practical strategies you can use at home and in school to put your child on path towards embracing challenges and becoming a skilful learner. Heâll show you how to get your child into their Learning Zone.
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Sometimes school sucks... or should I say sux? Anyone who's been there knows how awful it is to be sent to what feels like prison. Every day. Friendships fail. The work is hard, or boring, or irrelevant, or all of the above. Sometimes teachers don't understand. Anxiety, ADHD, autism, or jiggly wiggly legs make school feel like torture. And it seems like it will never, ever, ever end.
Parents struggle for solutions when school is a trial for their children. How do we help our children feel positive about learning, experience a sense of belonging, and do the work that can set them up for future success?
Join us for a webinar about how to make school suck a little less. In this webinar, you'll receive:
5 BIG IDEAS to change the way your kids see school Tools to help you work with your child, teachers, and the school community Strategies you need to set your child up for a better school experienceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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It's a new year! Youâve probably already decided that âthis is the year weâre going to get everything on track. Weâll eat well. Weâll exercise. Weâll have a good routine with the kids. 2023 is THE year!â
Setting goals is great but⊠when we bite off more than we can chew, we get indigestion. And it's the habits and systems that underpin the goal that decide whether weâll succeed. So how are you going to make this year different and better for you and your family?
Join Dr Justin Coulson to discover:
The 5 ways you can get the kids on board with running your family effectively while making sure you have plenty of time for fun The best way to set up good family routines and habits to kickstart the new year and get your family on track The golden rules of magic mornings Reasons why New Year's resolutions failLet's help you get it right from the start.
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Raising kids has never been easy. But in recent years, research evidence indicates that parenting may be harder than it has ever been before. There are many reasons for this: an increasingly competitive culture, the decline in mental health among children and adolescents, escalating rates of depression and anxiety among parents, disconnection in relationships, and so much more.
And we are burnt out. Studies show parental burnout is at all-time highs.
How can parents be more resilient? How do we show up in a way that is good for us and good for our kids? How do we sustain the intention, the mindset, the presence, and the positive relationship our kids need to thrive when we feel like weâre going under?
Join Dr Justin Coulson for this FREE webinar as we explore the secrets to resilience as a parent. Youâll learn:
What Parental Resilience is and why weâre so burnt out Why decreased Parental Resilience is hurting you and your family, and 5 unexpected solutions to boost your resilience and make your family happierSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Of all the challenges parents face in raising children, how to âdisciplineâ a child is one of the most contentious. Everyone has an opinion about how we should be parenting. But parents are, more than ever, confused about what is ok and what is not.
Smacking is out - unless youâre part of the old-school. Yelling is the new smacking, but no one wants to yell. It feels horrible. Time-out is the discipline strategy of choice in most major parenting programs but it has major drawbacks, the major one being that it doesnât seem to work. It seems like every disciplinary strategy has the potential to do damage, and leaves parents scratching their heads, asking âWhat am I supposed to do?â
Discipline done right doesnât damage kids.
Join Dr Justin Coulson, one of Australiaâs leading parenting experts, for a webinar that explodes the myth that discipline has to hurt. In this 60-minute discipline deep-dive youâll:
Learn to differentiate between discipline and punishment
Discover why smacking, yelling, time-out, withdrawal of privileges, and grounding are lousy discipline strategies that can do damage
Uncover a new no-damage approach to discipline that builds relationships, improves childrenâs behaviour, and makes parenting easier!
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Hosted by Dr Justin Coulson & presented by Chris Bonnello
Being an autistic advocate by profession, a former teacher of autistic students, and stepfather to a disabled autistic teenage girl (and of course, being a former autistic child himself), a lot of people ask Chris Bonnello for advice on how to help an autistic young person grow up to be the best they can be.
You'll walk away from this webinar with
Important insights from an autistic advocate's personal and professional perspective, Vital principles relating to autistic rights to dignity, autonomy and self-advocacy, Tips on building up young autistic people to become the best version of themselves they can be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Life, for many of us, has never felt busier.
The endless roundabout of chores, shopping, financial stresses, work obligations and a thousand other niggling responsibilities is demanding enough â but when we become parents, thereâs a whole new level of pressure added to the mix.
How can we manage our own commitments while also encouraging our children to succeed and thrive, plus find the space to nurture our relationships and the time to be genuinely present with our kids?
Unfortunately, our team canât delete your to-do list. But we can help you to make space for the things (aka people) that matter the most.
Join Dr Justin Coulson for this free webinar as he shares his strategies to tame family burnout and rediscover joy and connection in the 21st century.
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In the past ten years, screens have completely upended the way we raise our children. Screens are everywhere. All the time. Social media has taken over our lives and the lives of our kids. 97% if kids are gaming. And the Internet has brought new kinds of risks into our children's lives at earlier and earlier ages.
Screens affect our boys and our girls differently. Boys are caught up in a gaming industry with hundreds of billions of dollars each year. It keeps them up at night. It creates contention in our home as sleeplessness combines with dishonesty, aggression, competitiveness, and the never ending desire for "one more game". Boys' online lives are complicated even more by the growth in gambling among tween and teen boys, and the continued rise of pornography. Boys' access to explicit content has never been easier or more common.
What can we do to help our boys manage their screen time, and manage the content they're exposed to, in safe, healthy ways?
Join Dr Justin Coulson for the webinar that will answer your questions.
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These days "compliance" is a dirty word in the parenting blogosphere. For many people compliance means that a parent is a demanding authoritarian, expecting children to follow orders regardless of preferences otherwise. Compliance connotes coercion and intrusiveness.
As with every social media firestorm, there may be a kernel of truth to this. Compliance is not a healthy long-term objective for our children, and is not an ideal focus for our parenting.
But can we be real for just a minute?
Sometimes they just have to buckle up in the car. They actually should swim between the flags, wear shoes while riding a scooter, and stop throwing knives at their brother! These are safety issues. And they matter.
And sometimes the table does need to be cleared, the school bag put away, or the stinky sports gear placed in the laundry basket. Itâs called being part of the family and learning to do your part.
So what do we do when our kids âwonât listenâ and it actually does matter?
Join me for my webinar in August where you'll receive further tips and strategies which have helped me personally to:
Build better connection Promote competence and capability in my children Facilitate autonomy and intrinsic motivation, and Make me feel like Iâm a better parent (and person)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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