Years 7 – 8 Parents & Carers Networking Evening & Information Session With Channel 9’s Dr Justin Coulson | Event Wrap & Photos

On Tuesday night, we had the pleasure of hosting a special networking evening, followed by a superb information session for Years 7 & 8 parents and carers with Dr Justin Coulson, at our Performing Arts Centre.

It was the perfect opportunity for our lower Senior School community to come together and socialise, before engaging in an insightful session led by Dr Coulson.

A well-known co-host and parenting expert on Channel Nine’s ‘Parental Guidance’ TV show, Dr Coulson is also the founder of the website happyfamilies.com.au and its related podcast.

He is regarded as one of Australia’s most trusted experts on parenting, relationships and wellbeing.

During the session, Dr Coulson addressed issues surrounding the rising anxiety and stress levels in teens, highlighting the vital role that parents and carers play in fostering their resilience.

He shared four key strategies to help build resilience in young people:

Build Belonging: Express unconditional love and support.

Build Identity: Share personal and family stories, such as how the parents met, or the origin of a child’s name.

Encourage Play: Engage in outdoor activities with your children, and allow for ‘risky play’ like climbing trees to help them develop confidence and independence.

Problem Solving: Provide guidance by offering options and helping children work through their challenges themselves.

The evening was a great success, leaving everyone with valuable insights and practical strategies to support their teens at home.

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