The Batman Effect
It’s provocative, and I know some people won’t like what I’m about to say, but I’m going to say it: ...Mindfulness doesn’t work for everyone. Ok. I’ve put it out there. ...
Cultivation Of Character
A brave mum raises her hand to ask me a question. There are close to 400 parents in the packed auditorium. The topic was teens and screens, but her question stretches well beyond those boundaries....
My 7 yr-old Only Eats Chips
Dealing with a fussy eater can be a challenge. Poor eating habits in middle childhood and the tween years tend to be long-lasting. We need to take them seriously. Dear Dr Justin
My beautiful ...
Social Skills Are The Secret To Stronger Emotional Immunity
This blog is in partnership and sponsored by Nutricia. Social skills are a critically important component of strengthening our children’s emotional immunity to life’s big challenges, and for ...
How Can Divorced Parents Get on The Same Page During COVID-19?
I’ve been receiving a lot of questions from mums and dads who are divorced and separated about parenting during the COVID-19 pandemic. I understand why – even if you are on the same page as your ...
How do I get my daughter to drop social media and study for exams
Hi Dr Justin, My daughter is doing her final year at school and unfortunately she is failing all subjects. I saw her teachers the other day to find out why, how and what we can do ... and all the ...
How do I keep my daughter away from her boyfriend?
Hi Dr Justin My daughter is 16 and she has a boyfriend who she is crazy about. We don’t let her be alone with him or drive in the car with him. I am just worried that sometimes she is going to ...
When children are left out of birthdays
It's one of those scenarios that every parent dreads. Someone in your child's class is having a party, and everyone is invited. But not YOUR child. And the class bully is telling everyone. Your little...
Why is the reward chart failing?
Hi Dr Justin, I have a 6 year old little girl. You know what they say… 6 going on 16! Reward charts have helped curb the attitude problem most of the time, however I am aware that she is becoming...
How do I stop my son drinking so much?
Hi Dr Justin, My 20 year old son is troubling me as I feel he is consuming far too much alcohol. For example, last Friday, he purchased a bottle of Scotch and finished drinking it last night. Today...