Parenting
Christmas can be tricky for kids with separated parents. Here are 5 tips to help them cope
Christmas traditions often focus on being together. Psychologists Elizabeth Westrupp and Christiane Kehoe offer their tips for helping children cope with being apart.
The beach is an amazing place to teach kids about science. Here are 3 things to try this summer
Going to the beach over the break? Deakin researcher Chris Speldewinde shares three ways to spark your child's curiosity about the natural world while you are there.
The secret to a great family summer break? Over to you, kids…
When it comes to 'overscheduling' versus 'boredom', popular family and parenting educator Dr Justin Coulson has some ideas to make the summer holiday period enjoyable for the whole family.
Best of the Web: TikTok bans beauty filters for kids, the rise of image-based abuse, and more
Why TikTok is banning beauty filters for teens, how image-based abuse is changing childhood, and not saying 'no' to your children
The real weight of parenting
Keeping kids to the school routine and driving them to sports and parties can be exhausting, says Michelle Mitchell, but parents carry an even heavier weight.
‘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.
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.
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?
Building coping mechanisms in children and teens
We want our children to be more than simply resilient to today's mental health challenges, says Dr Michael Nagel. They need to learn how to adapt.