Parenting
Anxiety in kids is rising: How parents can spot it
A recent RCH National Child Health Poll found that half of all Victorian children are experiencing problems with anxiety. Here the RCH shares what parents know, and offers tips to support your children.
How to navigate life: A guide for you and your teen
Trying to make decisions in school – and in life – can feel full of pressure and uncertainty. Natalie Moutafis discovers that there is hope with a new book on finding your purpose.
Seven ways to build your child’s self-esteem
Low self-esteem can be holding your child back, writes Dr Deborah Trengove. She suggests practical ways parents can help build healthy self-esteem.
What your P-plater needs to know about RBTs
Our younger drivers will be out and about with the upcoming summer season. Here drug education expert Paul Dillon shares his tips on what your P-plater needs to know about random breath tests and breathalysers.
STEM at home: simple ways to encourage curiosity
Parents have an important role in encouraging their children to develop STEM skills, writes Rebecca Kerr.
Best of the Web: When your child won’t go to school, and more
The growing problem of school refusal, the agonies of Mum Guilt, and why parents must model good screen behaviour for their children.
Dr Judith Locke: Why parents should stop being their child’s Sherpa
Have you heard of Sherpa parents - 'helping' by doing the hard work kids should be doing themselves? Dr Judith Locke makes a compelling case for parents to back off.
How to get your teenager off the couch
Introducing your teen to high-intensity interval training may get them moving and feeling less stressed, write David Lubans and Angus Leahy.
Paul Dillon: Teens, parties, gatherings and alcohol
Missed our webinar with renowned drug and alcohol educator Paul Dillon? He shares his advice and tips for holidays and teen socialising.