Every young person needs to have a close, significant adult to talk to when they experience challenges in life. Sadly, new research has revealed that far too many adolescents do not feel listened to and aren’t speaking to anyone when they’re worried.

Dr Katrina Lines (CEO of Act for Kids, and registered psychologist) shares some simple ways to connect with your child that will encourage them to share their problems with you.

Topics in this episode:
Speaking to a professional
Act for Kids Campaign "Get Comfy Switching ON by Switching OFF"  - all the research stats, tip sheets and an animation
Incidental conversation or "small talk"
Being present
Connection 
Pressures of school, friendships, social media
3 basic psychological needs
Mental health issues - anxiety, depression, poor sleep
Fear of parental criticism or dismissal, or not being listened to



Enough: Overcoming Anxiety, Perfectionism, & Self Loathing - a Happy Families article

Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au

Every young person needs to have a close, significant adult to talk to when they experience challenges in life. Sadly, new research has revealed that far too many adolescents do not feel listened to and aren’t speaking to anyone when they’re worried.
Dr Katrina Lines (CEO of Act for Kids, and registered psychologist) shares some simple ways to connect with your child that will encourage them to share their problems with you.
Topics in this episode:
<ul>
<li>Speaking to a professional</li>
<li>Act for Kids Campaign "<a href="https://www.actforkids.com.au/get-comfy/">Get Comfy Switching ON by Switching OFF</a>"  - all the research stats, tip sheets and an animation</li>
<li>Incidental conversation or "small talk"</li>
<li>Being present</li>
<li>Connection </li>
<li>Pressures of school, friendships, social media</li>
<li>3 basic psychological needs</li>
<li>Mental health issues - anxiety, depression, poor sleep</li>
<li>Fear of parental criticism or dismissal, or not being listened to</li>
</ul>
 
<a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/articles/enough-overcoming-anxiety-perfectionism-self-loathing">Enough: Overcoming Anxiety, Perfectionism, &amp; Self Loathing</a> - a Happy Families article
Find us on Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/happyfamilies.au/" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.facebook.com/happyfamilies.au/">Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families</a>
Email us your questions and comments at <a href="mailto:podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au" data-cke-saved-href="mailto:podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au">podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au</a>

The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now.

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