Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Justin's pro's & con's list for cruising Topics discussed in this episode -  Justin & Kylie have been cruising Should you take your kids on a cruise? Justin gets seasick Would the Coulson's cruise again? Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parenting Topics discussed in this episode -  How males develop their impulse control  Sensation seeking The difference between male & female's impulse control trajectory Empathetic vs emotionally distant parents Research articles mentioned Sex differences in the developmental trajectories of impulse control and sensation-seeking from early adolescence to early adulthood Antecedents of empathic capacity  Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin speaks with Olivia White aka House of White Topics discussed in this episode -  Cost of living Discussing money with kids Finding other sources of income Comparison Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie answer listener's questions Topics discussed in this episode -  Justin's got a lot to say! Kylie answer's a listener's question about what keeps her up at night Justin & Kylie answer's a listener's question about school work for unmotivated kids How do you know if someone is 'trying their best'?  The Motivation Continuum  Different forms of motivation Let them evaluate themselves  Autonomy supportive conversations Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin's new book is out today! Topics included in this episode - History behind May Day Purchase The Parenting Revolution The horrible history of parenting We need a parenting revolution Parental Guidance Season 2 is coming soon Autonomy support Self determination theory Need supportive approach Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics included in this episode - An update on Justin wanting to quit parenting Justin reads an email from a listener A surfing metaphor Kylie shares how she struggles to support Justin when he's having a hard time Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin speaks with Michelle Mitchell about her new book - Tweens Topics included in this episode - Tweens by Michelle Mitchell What is the difference between tweens and teens? Changes in social behaviour Perspective taking Comparisons Physical changes Cognitive changes Self esteem Technology Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin speaks with Dr Anthea Rhodes about parents and play Topics included in this episode - Dr Anthea Rhodes from RCH National Child Health Poll Australian Families: How We Play How play has changed over the years Play is repetitive  Bandit from Bluey has set a high bar Options for play partners Screen play Outside play Risk taking & safety concerns Extracurricular activities Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special Anzac day episode with Dr Justin Coulson. Lest we forget.   Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Content warning - Parental discretion advised* Topics included in this episode - Is it risky to post photos of your children online in their school uniform? How often are these photos used in grooming & sexual extortion cases? How to post online safely Use appropriate privacy settings Do you know all of your 'friends' on social media? Have conversations very early around devices & social media ACCCE with the AFP Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.