Talking to Children About Tragic Events in the News
The world can be a scary place. Tragedies occur that affect us all, and these awful things can undermine confidence and lead to anxieties and…
Tag: Resilience in Children
The only NAPLAN Advice You’ll Need to Survive this Week
NAPLAN testing is scheduled this week (from May 13 to 15) in schools around the country. The Australian Curriculum, Assessment, and Reporting Authority (ACARA), as…
My Child is Afraid of Dogs
Hi Dr Justin, My 6yr old daughter has a major anxiety with dogs. We did see the school counselor in Prep, however I am not…
How do I Know if my Teen is Depressed?
In it’s mild form, depression is the most common psychological problem for teenagers. While it was uncommon a generation or two ago, we now see…
The ONE Thing your Kids Need from you TODAY
In my work, I travel a lot. I’m in and out of cabs, trains, and planes regularly. Whenever I catch a taxi, my occupation invariably…
My Son Says He is Dumb
Hi Dr Justin, My 7 year old son has recently started saying things like “I’m dumb or I’m stupid” if he makes a mistake. This…
My Child is Sensitive and Anxious
Hi Dr Justin, My daughter is an only child and she is 4. Her dad and I are separated. She has seen a lot of…
Settle down About Selfies
The selfie craze has been in full swing for a year or two now. Instagram, vine, facebook, tumblr, Flickr, youtube – the selfie portals are…
5 Ways to Raise a Savvy Child
Our children think they have all the answers. Just ask them. They’ll be sure to tell you why they are right and you are wrong…
4 P’s to Prevent Peer Pressure in your Teens
One of the toughest tasks for parents of teens is teaching their adolescent children to resist peer pressure. Why? Because saying ‘no’ when everyone else…
My 5 Year old has Anxiety Issues
Hi Dr Justin, I have a 5 year old who has severe anxiety issues. She wakes during the night to ensure I am still at…
What do I do About my Clingy Child?
Hi Dr Justin, I have a son who is about to turn 2. He is a wonderful little boy and brings us much joy! He…
My 12 Year-old is Cutting Herself and Wants to Die
Dear Dr Justin, My 12 year old daughter is cutting. Counsellors, mental health people etc. have had no effect. She hears voices. Writes about suicide.…
How do I Motivate my Child with Sport?
Good Morning Dr Justin, I was hoping you could me some advice? I have a twelve and a half year old daughter who is the…
The Homework Letter I Send to School Each Year
It seems that homework is a never-ending drama for children AND parents. If you’re like most parents of primary school-aged kids, homework creates tears and…
10 Ways to Have a Positive Influence on Your Children
We have our greatest influence on our children during the first twelve years of their lives. Once adolescence hits, our ability to guide them is…