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Gen Z heads home: How to navigate the evolving parent-child relationship as kids become adults

Sometimes, parents and children butt heads when they finish school, but there are ways to keep the relationship positive as they enter adulthood, says West Virginia University Professor Amy Root.

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Waiting for exam results can be awful. Our research shows how best to manage the stress

Waiting for exam results is stressful. Elise Kalokerinos and Ella Moeck offer their tips for how to deal with the uncertainty

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‘School is boring’: what it means when your child says they’re bored in class, and how you can help

How do you respond when your child says ‘school is boring’? It’s important to understand why they feel that way, say University of Queensland learning experts Amanda Bourgeois and Annemaree Carroll.

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Best of the Web: finding the right balance with extracurricular activities, and more

Finding the right balance with extracurricular activities, Andrew Garfield and Elmo explain grief, improving your child's sleep routines and when to talk to your kids about pornography.

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First off, have a plan – 5 ways young people can stay safe at schoolies

‘Schoolies’ are a rite of passage for many young Australians. Western Sydney University Professor of Nursing Alison Hutton offers them her top tips for keeping it safe and stress free.

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Why do kids cheat? Is it normal, or should I be worried?

It’s normal for a child to cheat, but it can pose problems when the stakes get higher, says Professor Penny Van Bergen. Read her tips on how to discourage kids from cheating.

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Is it a good idea to repeat a year at school?

Research shows that repeating school is usually not a good idea, says Dr Sarah Jefferson, so what can you do if your child is struggling?

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What’s the point of drama class? It teaches the workplace skills employers want, for a start

Doing drama in Year 12 gives students skills that will help them with life, learning and employability, say Deakin education experts Joanne O’Mara and Jo Raphael.

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The design tricks keeping your kids hooked on games and apps – and 3 things you can do about it

Game and app designers use all sorts of tricks to keep kids playing – and spending money – on their platforms, but parents can help them understand the risks, say researchers Chris Zomer and Sumudu Mallawaarachchi.

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