9 Ways to a Resilient Child

Dr. Justin Coulson is a resident parenting expert on Channel 9's Parental Guidance, offering practical strategies to help children cope with adversity and challenging times. His book, 9 Ways to a Resilient Child, provides insights into positive psychology and family, relationships, school, and community support. The goal is to build resilience in both children and parents, as it takes resilient parents to raise a resilient child.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 07 February 2019
Publisher: ABC Books

Resident parenting expert on Channel 9's Parental Guidance, Dr. Justin Coulson, shares valuable insights on raising children who can bounce back from adversity and challenging times. In his book, "9 Ways to a Resilient Child," Dr. Coulson provides practical strategies for parents to help their children cope with various challenges, such as friendship problems, bullying, losing a game, or failing an exam. He emphasizes that even the home environment and parenting style can impact a child's ability to recover from difficulty. Dr. Coulson delves into the factors that contribute to resilience and debunks common advice like "Toughen up, princess." Instead, he introduces the principles of positive psychology, which can enhance a child's capacity to bounce back, stronger and more resilient than ever. These principles include developing flexible thinking, practicing self-control, and making safe and healthy choices. Dr. Coulson also highlights the importance of family, relationships, school, and community in supporting a child's resilience. His goal is not only to help children become more resilient but also to empower parents to be resilient themselves. By understanding and applying these strategies, parents can create a nurturing and supportive environment for their children, helping them to thrive in the face of adversity.

Weight: 364g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780733334825