Parenting
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.
Andrew Fuller: Neuroplasticity and improving learning
Our brains develop throughout our lives, but there are two incredible bursts of growth when we are young. We can help our children make the most of these surges, says Andrew Fuller.
How can we keep our kids hopeful during uncertain times?
Helping children learn how to cope with uncertainty may well be the most important role that parents play, says psychologist Dr Lyn O’Grady. To do that, we need to help them find reasons to hope.
When is a good time for a child to start music lessons?
When it comes to starting music lessons, research says the sooner the better. But what is the right age to start?
What kind of conversations do teens want to have?
Three new studies look at what teens are curious about and what kind of responses they hope for in talking with friends and family.