Jillian Roberts
CanadapsychologistFemale9.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Dr. Jillian Roberts is a respected research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria and a practicing registered psychologist in British Columbia, Alberta, and the Northwest Territories. With over three decades of experience, she specializes in child and adolescent development, family therapy, and inclusive education. Her work emphasizes the importance of understanding children's emotional complexities and fostering safe environments for open communication, as demonstrated through her extensive conversations with children that have shaped her insights on youth well-being.
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Dr. Jillian Roberts is a practising registered psychologist and a research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria.
Is your kid feeling scared by AI doomsday warnings? Here’s how to talk about itCanada· 2026-09-17Dr. Jillian Roberts is a practising registered psychologist specializing in child and adolescent development.
Our kids don’t take responsibility for their school work. What should we do?Canada· 2026-09-14
Dr. Jillian Roberts is a practising registered psychologist in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Yukon and the Northwest Territories.
I’m a child psychologist. Here’s what I think about social media bansCanada· 2026-07-13Dr. Jillian Roberts is a research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria and a practising registered psychologist.
Kids today are lonelier than ever. Here’s how to help them make connectionsCanada· 2025-11-25Dr. Jillian Roberts is a research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria and a practising registered psychologist.
My child has a diagnosis – how much should I reveal about it?Canada· 2025-10-22Dr. Jillian Roberts is a research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria and a practising registered psychologist.
Many young people experience anxiety and depression – here’s what to look for and how to helpCanada· 2025-10-01Dr. Jillian Roberts is a research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria and a practicing registered psychologist.
Worried about back-to-school meltdowns? Six tips to help your child regulate their emotionsCanada· 2025-08-29Dr. Jillian Roberts is a research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria.
How to access financial supports for postsecondary students with disabilitiesCanada· 2025-08-07Dr. Jillian Roberts is a research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria and a practicing registered psychologist.
Think your child will need academic accommodations at postsecondary school? Start planning nowCanada· 2025-08-07Dr. Jillian Roberts shares seven things she's learned from 40,000 conversations with children.
The dreaded B-word: It’s time for kids (and parents) to stop avoiding boredomCanada· 2025-07-14
Dr. Jillian Roberts is a research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria and a practicing registered psychologist.
Seven things I’ve learned from 40,000 conversations with childrenCanada· 2025-07-12Dr. Jillian Roberts is a research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria.
Is your kid sad about school ending? Here’s how you can support themCanada· 2025-06-01Dr. Jillian Roberts discusses the challenges parents face in navigating social media issues with their children.
How parents can talk to their kids about social media use: We answer your questions about Netflix’s AdolescenceCanada· 2025-04-12
Dr. Jillian Roberts is a research professor of educational psychology at the University of Victoria and specializes in child and adolescent development.
Valentine’s Day offers a reminder to help kids create a more caring, connected worldCanada· 2025-02-14