Teenagers

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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How to talk to your kids about misogyny in school

It can be a challenging conversation, but parents must talk to their children about their experiences of sexism and misogyny in school, writes Dr Catherine Smith.

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Five things teens wish you knew about them

To allow teens to become the best adults they can be, family researcher Ellen Galinsky says we must reframe the way we view the teenage years.

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Can self-compassion help teens with depression?

A new study finds that learning to be more supportive and kind to themselves can protect teens who are struggling, writes Karen Bluth.

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