Parents of teenagers often face a common struggle: their teen seems resistant to guidance, withdrawn, or completely shut down. You may have tried talking, encouraging, or even setting rules, yet your teen refuses to engage or accept support. This can be frustrating and worrying, leaving parents feeling helpless. Understanding why teens resist help and how counselling can support them is essential. With the right approach, even the most reluctant teenagers can start building t

Parenting teenagers can be both rewarding and challenging. Adolescence is a time of rapid change, where teens are developing their sense of self, exploring independence, and navigating social pressures. During this stage, confidence and self-esteem can fluctuate dramatically, and parents play a critical role in supporting their teen’s emotional growth. Understanding how to provide guidance, encouragement, and appropriate autonomy can make a lasting impact on a teen’s ability

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The question of when to introduce social media and smartphones to our kids is crucial. Every parent hopes to raise thoughtful, confident, and strong children. While many parents are aware of the dangers posed by apps like TikTok and Instagram for younger children, the fear of kids feeling excluded often sways their decisions.

The question of when to introduce social media and smartphones to our kids is crucial. Every parent hopes to raise thoughtful, confident, and strong children. While many parents are aware of the dangers posed by apps like TikTok and Instagram for younger children, the fear of kids feeling excluded often sways their decisions.

Sleepovers can create lifelong memories — but they also come with risks many parents overlook. Learn how to make informed decisions, reduce risk, and keep your child safe while honouring your family values.

In Australia, youth suicide is not just a statistic, it’s a reflection of the struggles that many Australians face.

This year ahead is just as much about discovery and decision-making as it is about textbooks and exams.

We are all looking for ways to connect with our kids.  Here is some language that may help you get them into school mode.

A mentor, distinct from a parent or teacher, stands as a beacon of unbiased support and understanding.

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It's important for us to understand the unique world of our 9-year-old.

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For young people struggling with mental health issues, behavioural activation can be a powerful tool.

Supporting school refusal requires a lot of effort and buy in from the young person, family, school and support staff.

School refusal, also known as school avoidance, is a behaviour exhibited by some children and adolescents who have difficulty attending...