Resilience

Want your kids to reach their goals? Motivate them to practice hard things
New research shows that by teaching our children to practice the right way, they can reach their goals, and become reliable and dependable, writes Maryam Abdullah.

Talking about Respect
A new resource for parents, carers and educators aims to instil and nurture respect in our children. Eileen Berry explains.

Best of the Web: the School Readiness, and more
The sweet spot for starting school, letg kids deal with pain, and parents as the new bullies.

Surviving Teenagers: A Parent’s Guide
Dr Michael Carr-Gregg's book Surviving Adolescents has just been updated, with adolescent health expert Elly Robinson. We speak to her about the challenges teenagers are facing, and what parents can do to help.

Ten Tips for Creating Resilient Families
Mooch time, family rituals and knowing who's in charge - these are some of the tips from clinical psychologist Andrew Fuller for creating resilient families, in this repost of his popular article.

Lessons in Resilience
Scott Harris suffered traumatic brain injury in a motorbike accident. Nine years later, he's redefined resilience. He tells his remarkable story, sharing the lessons he's learned.

Besting the Bullies: How Having Many Friends Can Make a Difference
New research shows that having a group of friends can help a child's resilience in the face of bullying.

Helping Children Build Resilience
Best known for raising awareness about anxiety and depression, beyondblue has now produced resources to support children develop resilience.

From Can’t Do to Can Do
Andrew Fuller provides some great tips for parents to help their children develop a positive approach to life.