Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

The Kindness Paradox That Changes Your Child’s Mental Health

Mar 04, 2026 · 15m

<p>When your child is anxious, lonely or flat&hellip; your instinct is to comfort them.</p> <p>But what if the fastest way to help them feel better isn&rsquo;t self-care &mdash; it&rsquo;s helping someone else?</p> <p>New research reveals a powerful mental health shift that happens when kids practise kindness outward instead of inward. The results are surprising &mdash; and incredibly practical for everyday family life.</p> <p>In this Doctor&rsquo;s Desk episode, we unpack the science behind the &ldquo;kindness paradox&rdquo; and show you exactly how …

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