Anxiety

Beginning school, starting at a new school, or just going back to school can be stressful, says Dr Michael Nagel. Here's how to allay your child's fears.

We can help children confront their social fears and develop tools to deal with anxious feelings, writes Jamie Lynn Tatera.

Children and adolescents may experience perfectionism in relation to school work, sport, performance in art or music, or their own body. Here researchers share how parents can tackle it.

A new book argues that the first generation to go through puberty connected to their smartphones have had their brains rewired for depression and anxiety, writes Hugh Breakey.

A new study finds that learning to be more supportive and kind to themselves can protect teens who are struggling, writes Karen Bluth.

Your child might have seen traumatic news coverage on television or social media, or they may have heard about it from friends. Here, psychologists share how parents can discuss such events with their children.

NAPLAN can be an anxious time for some children. Dr Helen Schiele offers tips and advice on reassuring and supporting them.

Helping our children thrive through tough times can be tricky. Authors Benny and Amber tell Natalie Moutafis they hope children realise they aren't alone when it comes to navigating their emotions.

There is growing evidence suggesting difficulties with reading and mental health may be related in some children. Here, Genevieve McArthur shares what parents can do.