Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Summer Series

Topics included in this episode -

• Getting the routine right for school mornings

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Why Kids Who 'Talk Back' Grow Up To Be Better Adults

Topics included in this episode:

• Article mentioned - Why Kids Who 'Talk Back' Grow Up To Be Better Adults
• Kylie was a compliant child. Justin was not. His family encouraged speaking up for yourself.
• "the inability to say "No" — the inability to set personal boundaries — is one of the most common, insidious causes of human suffering." - Clinical psychologist Kelly M. Flanagan
• Our job as parents is to teach them how to say no and push back effectively
• Get curious, not furious
• Kids need to be able to practice being heard
• Kids need to know that we trust them
• Acknowledge that your children have preferences
• Come into the conversation with compassion
• If our children don't feel safe saying 'no' to us, who else are they going to have trouble saying 'no' to?

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Topics discussed in this episode:

• Kylie shares some advice for parents who are tired of hearing the question "What's for dinner Mum?"

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Parenting a neurodivergent child comes with unique challenges, especially when executive function skills—like planning, organisation, and impulse control—are difficult for them.

In this episode, Professor Adam Guastella, a leading expert at the University of Sydney, provides expert insights on how parents can advocate for their children in the education system, the latest neuroscience research, the role of executive function in development, and how to provide supportive environments that foster growth and confidence in children.

Tune in for practical advice, strategies for success, and a refreshing sense of hope for families facing these challenges.

QUOTE OF THE EPISODE:
“It's not a battle of will, it's a battle of systems.” – Professor Adam Guastella

KEY INSIGHTS FOR PARENTS:

• Autism is not about intelligence; it's about different ways of thinking and interacting with the world.
• What is executive function, and why does it matter?
• The connection between ADHD, autism, and executive function challenges.
• A strength-based approach helps kids feel empowered rather than ashamed of their challenges.
• How parents can advocate for their child at school—even without a diagnosis.
• The importance of structure, and practical strategies and accommodations for helping kids succeed and thrive.
• New research on the cerebellum and its role in neurodevelopment.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• University of Sydney— Professor Adam Guastella’s research
• Happy Families
• Various professionals, such as paediatricians, psychologists, and speech therapists, who can provide advocacy and support.

ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS:

1. Build a support team of medical and educational professionals.
2. Stay persistent in seeking the right resources, even if it’s challenging.
3. Highlight your child’s strengths and provide structured support.
4. Educate yourself on neurodevelopmental conditions and executive function.

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Topics discussed in this episode:

• Justin & Kylie both share an experience with two of their daughters.

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