Keynotes for:
Parents
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Parenting ADHD
When times are tough, raising an ADHD child can feel impossible. The chaos, the judgement from others, the constant battles. But when times are good? Your heart soars. In this compassionate session, Dr Justin Coulson helps you understand what's really going on inside your child's brain — and gives you practical strategies to bring out more of those brilliant moments.
Nurturing Neurodivergence
Raising a neurodivergent child is a journey of incredible highs and exhausting lows. You celebrate their unique brilliance one moment and navigate sensory overload and unexpected behaviours the next. Dr Justin Coulson gives you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to create an environment where your child — and your whole family — can truly thrive.
Carrots and Sticks
Tired of yelling, time-outs, and reward charts that don't seem to work? You're not alone — and the research says there's a better way. Dr Justin Coulson dismantles traditional discipline methods and reveals the powerful, positive parenting strategies that actually build cooperation, responsibility, and lasting behaviour change.
The Teenage Brain
Think your teenager's brain is underdeveloped? Think again. The latest neuroscience reveals surprising truths — like why your 13-year-old isn't actually more impulsive than your 17-year-old, and why boys experience a temporary dip in empathy that girls don't. Dr Justin Coulson separates the myths from the science in this fascinating session.
Entitled
On-demand everything has become the norm — and our kids have never known anything different. The result? Declining resilience, rising frustration, and an increasing sense of entitlement that can derail their future. Dr Justin Coulson reveals what's really driving this pattern and shares practical strategies to raise kids who are grateful, motivated, and grounded.
No Damage Discipline
We've moved past authoritarian parenting — but what's replaced it? Many parents feel adrift, unsure how to guide their children without resorting to strict control or punishment. Dr Justin Coulson cuts through the confusion with clear, evidence-based strategies for raising kids who are responsible, respectful, and resilient — without the power struggles.
The Screaming Spiral
You've asked politely. You've asked again. You've waited patiently. You've even made a threat. And now you're yelling. Sound familiar? The screaming spiral is real — and almost every parent gets caught in it. Dr Justin Coulson explains why it happens, why it doesn't work, and what to do instead when your patience has run out.
Sex, Consent, and Staying Safe
Are you confident you have the tools to guide your teen through the complexities of sex, consent, and healthy relationships? In this clear and compassionate session, Dr Justin Coulson provides a practical roadmap for navigating these crucial conversations — so you can equip your teen with the knowledge they need to stay safe.
Enough
Mental health disorders in teenage girls are rising — and social media is a major factor. Platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok have changed how girls relate, compare, and see themselves. In this vital session, Dr Justin Coulson unpacks the research and gives parents real strategies to protect their daughters and help them feel like they are enough.
Breaking Point
Anxiety, depression, self-harm — the statistics for Australian children and youth are at an all-time high, and for neurodivergent kids the challenges are amplified. As a parent, it can feel overwhelming and frightening. Dr Justin Coulson unpacks the latest research on what's driving this crisis and what you can do right now to support your child's mental health.