Brain Bites
Professor John Toumbourou is Chair of Health Pyschology at the Centre of Social and Early Emotional Development at Deakin University. He talks about various topics related to student mental health and wellbeing in this series of short videos.
Screen time for kids
How much screen time should your kids have. Professor John Toumbourou talks about how to manage and structure your kids' screen time.
Anxiety in kids
How can help kids who worry too much. Professor John Toumbourou discusses what anxiety in kids looks like and how adults can support children to manage ther anxiety.
How to help prevent depression in teens
Teenage depression is now more common than you might think, with 1 out of 4 people getting it before they turn 20. Preventing depression is a more robust way to tackle this challenge both at a school and home level.
How to parent a primary school aged child
How do you help your child develop into a well-adjusted adult. Professor John Toumbourou says parents and carers need to provide safety, love and a nurturing environment.
How to parent a teen
Professor John Toumbourou discusses two approaches for parents and carers to create a positive and loving environment for their teenage children. .
How to raise a resilient child
How do you raise a kid to face the difficulities in life with a positive mindset. Professor John Toumbourou, Australian Psychologist shares his tips.
Inclusion and diversity at school
Professor John Toumbourou shares how to nurture inclusion and diversity at your school, and how it can help shape the future of your students. .
Vapes, alcohol and drugs: How to keep teens safe
Professor John Toumbourou shares practical strategies for educators to address the use of vapes, alcohol, and drugs in schools. He emphasises the importance of prevention and education.
Managing expectations and stress in young people
How much pressure should you put on your teenager to study. Professor John Toumbourou shares his insights on navigating your teen's high-stress periods.
