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Program Description
Event Details
Today’s parents are facing more pressure than ever—digitally distracted kids, emotional overload, and a world that feels like it’s moving too fast.
Join Dr. Selena Bartlett, world-renowned neuroscientist and bestselling author of Being Seen: Master Parenting in the Digital Age, for a powerful community conversation on how brain science can reshape the way we parent.
A New Lens on Parenting
Dr. Selena Bartlett has spent over 30 years studying the brain—and uncovering how parenting struggles are deeply rooted in science most of us were never taught. Her work offers a path forward for parents navigating a world of constant distraction, emotional overwhelm, and high expectations.
You’ll walk away with:
- Why parenting feels overwhelming—and what neuroscience reveals
- How digital distraction affects kids’ brains (and how to protect them)
- Tools to rewire your reactions and truly see your child
Includes a sneak peek from the documentary SEEN, followed by a live conversation, inclusive Q&A, and an optional meet-and-greet with Dr. Bartlett immediately after the session.
This program is offered in partnership with the New Canaan YMCA and is moderated by Yush Sztalkoper, Founder of the Twice-Exceptional Network (TEN).
Professor Selena Bartlett is an international leader in the field of Translational Neuroscience. As a Group Leader of Neuroscience and Neuroplasticity at the Translational Research Institute and a Professor in the School of Clinical Sciences at QUT's Faculty of Health, her work has garnered international recognition for the role of early life experiences in mental health and well-being. The Australian Neuroscience Society awarded her the prestigious Lawrie Austin Award for her exceptional contributions to neuroscience. Previously serving as Director of Medications Development at the University of California, San Francisco, Professor Bartlett's three decades of brain research are further augmented by her credentials as a registered pharmacist and counsellor. An author of 110 scientific research articles, she is also a fervent advocate for brain health, penning three public-oriented books, including her latest, BEING SEEN: Master Parenting in the Digital Age. Additionally, as host of the Thriving Minds podcast, she aims to provide access to the latest scientific advances, applying her deep expertise in neuroscience, neuroplasticity, and counselling to emphasize the importance of brain health for all.
Library Parking
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