Teenagers
How can you tell if your child is ready for a smartphone? What are the alternatives?
Getting a phone doesn't have to be an inevitable part of growing up, says researcher Joanne Orlando, but if you do let your child have one, there are boundaries you can put in place
Take breaks, research your options and ditch your phone: how to take care of yourself during Year 12
Year 12 students face a year filled with exams, milestones and decisions. It's not surprising many find it stressful, says Professor Stephen Lewis. Read his tips for habits and approaches they can use to get the most out their last days at school.
Should I take a gap year? Things to consider
After 12 years of study, a gap year can be just what many students need. Careers expert Helen Green discusses the things you should consider, and the opportunities offered, by taking a year away from study.
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.
First off, have a plan – 5 ways young people can stay safe at schoolies
‘Schoolies’ are a rite of passage for many young Australians. Western Sydney University Professor of Nursing Alison Hutton offers them her top tips for keeping it safe and stress free.
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.
Best of the Web: when your teenager pulls away from you, and more
How to deal with the hurt when your teenager pulls away from you, how online gaming leads to online gambling, and helping your kids transition to high school.
Best of the Web: How an ‘exit strategy’ can help keep your teen safe, and more
How an 'exit strategy' can help your teen stay safe when things go south, the life-changing impact of an autism diagnosis for teens, and why Pamela Allen is still writing storybooks at the age of 90.
The handbooks for high school success
High school students encounter a range of unique challenges, but a growing series of books is stepping in to provide them with the essential tools for academic success and personal growth.