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Douglas Haddad

Specialties: Parenting, teens and tweens, education, self-help, health and wellness
Home base: Connecticut
Web site: douglashaddad.com

Douglas Haddad is an award-winning middle-school science teacher, author, nutritionist and sought-after keynote speaker who inspires audiences at the intersection of parenting, education and health. Haddad was named his district's “Teacher of the Year,” and a finalist for Connecticut Teacher of the Year, as well as the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. 

Douglas brings over 25 years of classroom experience with tweens and teens, along with real-world insight, to every stage he steps onto. He is the author of The Ultimate Guide to Raising Teens and Tweens (Rowman & Littlefield, 2017) and the empowering children’s book series Mya McLure, The Brave Science Girl. Douglas equips families and educators with practical, research-based strategies to cultivate resilience, confidence, and purpose in young people.

Douglas has written over 300 published articles; been featured in various media outlets, including The Boston Globe, Men's Exercise, Verywell, Parents and Parenting Special Needs; and has guest-appeared on ABC, NBC and FOX. He also wrote and directed the award-winning short film Butterfield, which addresses social-emotional well-being and belonging. Blending heartfelt storytelling with actionable tools, Douglas delivers transformative presentations that leave audiences energized, empowered, and ready to lead meaningful change.

Suggested Topics

• Raising Resilient Humans: Helping Tweens and Teens Thrive in a Distracted and High-Pressure World
  Today’s young people face unprecedented pressures from social media, academic stress and constant digital stimulation. In this engaging talk, Douglas Haddad shares practical, research-based strategies to help parents and educators nurture resilience, confidence and emotional strength in tweens and teens. Audiences leave with actionable tools to help young people develop purpose, grit and a healthy self-identity.
  
  
• Fuel the Brain, Ignite the Mind: How Nutrition and Lifestyle Shape Learning
  What students eat, how they sleep and how they move profoundly influence their ability to focus, learn and thrive in school. Drawing on his background in science education and nutrition, Douglas reveals the surprising connections between diet, brain function and academic performance. Parents and educators will learn simple, science-backed strategies that can dramatically improve attention, energy and cognitive performance in young people.
  
  
• From Curiosity to Confidence: Unlocking the Innovator in Every Child
  Every child is naturally curious, but many lose that spark as they move through traditional schooling. In this inspiring presentation, Douglas demonstrates how parents and educators can cultivate curiosity, creativity and problem-solving skills that prepare students for the future. Through real classroom stories and proven strategies, audiences will learn how to transform curiosity into confidence and innovation.
  
  
• The Belonging Advantage: Creating Classrooms and Families Where Every Child Thrives
  A sense of belonging is one of the strongest predictors of a child’s emotional well-being and academic success. Drawing from his award-winning film work and decades in the classroom, Douglas explores how educators and parents can intentionally build environments where children feel seen, valued and connected. Participants will gain practical approaches to strengthen relationships, reduce social isolation and foster inclusive communities.
  
  
• Parenting with Purpose: Guiding Tweens and Teens Through Their Most Transformative Years with Confidence and Connection
  The tween and teen years are often misunderstood—and yet they are one of the most important windows for shaping lifelong habits, identity and character. In this dynamic talk, based on insights from The Ultimate Guide to Raising Teens and Tweens, Douglas shares practical ways for parents to communicate effectively, set meaningful boundaries and strengthen trust with their children. Audiences leave empowered with strategies to guide young people through these pivotal years with confidence and connection.
  
  
• Beat Brain Fog: The Nutrition Blueprint for Sharper Focus and Clearer Thinking
  Brain fog—characterized by forgetfulness, mental fatigue, and difficulty concentrating—is increasingly common among both children and adults. In this enlightening presentation, Douglas Haddad reveals the powerful role nutrition, hydration and daily habits play in restoring mental clarity and cognitive performance. Audiences will walk away with practical, science-backed strategies to fuel the brain, improve focus and unlock sustained energy throughout the day.
  
  
• Master Your Metabolism: The Simple Science of Stabilizing Blood Sugar for a Lifetime of Health
  Metabolic health plays a powerful role in how we feel, think and perform every day. In this eye-opening talk, Douglas Haddad explains how frequent glucose spikes contribute to fatigue, brain fog weight gain, and long-term health risks—and how simple nutrition and lifestyle strategies can restore insulin sensitivity and metabolic balance. Audiences will learn practical, science-backed ways to stabilize blood sugar, boost sustained energy and support long-term health for themselves and their families.

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What People Say About Douglas Haddad

“Douglas Haddad delivers parents a no-fail approach to raising children. If you could read only one book to help children become successful and reach their unlimited potential, The Ultimate Guide to Raising Teens and Tweens has everything you need and is the one to get!”
—Jack Canfield, multiple #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul^®  series, success coach, and human potential thought leader

“Doug’s tools for the 6 S’s are an absolute MUST for all parents out there! There are so many issues that children are dealing with nowadays and Doug truly gets it! His advice will help you gain the confidence you need to make the right choices and effectively handle any problems to truly help your child succeed at all levels!”
—Marci Shimoff, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Happy for No Reason, Love for No Reason, Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul

“Kudos to Douglas Haddad for helpful, meaningful tools for bettering our parenting skills. Nothing is a more important service today to both our children and to us. There are treasures here for every parent seeking a better relationship with their tween or teen.”
—Marianne Williamson, multiple #1 New York Times bestselling author, spiritual teacher and lecturer

“Mya McLure, The Brave Science Girl is an enchanting and inspiring children’s book that embodies the qualities needed for young girls to become change agents in our world.” 
—Dr. Shefali Tsabary, New York Times bestselling author and clinical psychologist

“I highly recommend this book to parents, teachers, and young readers alike. Mya McLure, The Brave Science Girl not only enterains, but educates in a fun and engaging way, inspiring all young children, but especially girls, to see how science is relevant to their lives. Children will cheer for the heroine, who models how teamwork, courage and uniting around a common mission can make a difference in the world."
—Dr. Laura Markham, author of the Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids series