Talking to Teens About Vaping, Alcohol & Drugs
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Vaping is on every school principal’s mind right now. Adolescent psychologist Collett Smart and drug-and-alcohol educator Paul Dillon share their advice.
Parenting
Raising Gen Alpha in the Great Screen Age
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Our children need digital skills to thrive in today’s world – but how do we also develop in them the life skills that can only grow away from the screen?
Parties and Alcohol – Do Parents Have Any Influence on Teens?
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Parties give teens an opportunity for socialising – but I’m often asked, “How much influence do parents have on teens, parties and alcohol consumption?”
6 Tips on Young Teens, Sleepovers and Parties
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How can we prepare our children for High School parties and sleepovers, where drinking might be involved? Collett Smart shares expert advice.
The Importance of Touch in Raising Teens – Tips for Parents
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A shortage of healthy touch can effect our wellbeing, and even be psychologically damaging, writes Collett Smart. She shares tips for parents of teens.
Connecting with Teens – 6 Tips
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Somehow it’s socially acceptable for adults to belittle teens – which only divides us. How can we change the stereotype, and connect with our teens better?
9 Ideas for Screen Time Balance
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Instead of banning screens, we need to help our tweens find a healthy balance for their gaming and video-streaming time, writes Collett Smart.
Compassion is Key in Handling Cyber Safety Issues with Kids
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Focus on the Family say that compassion goes a long way when it comes to handling online incidents and tricky topics with our kids.
Traumatic Events in the News: 10 Tips for Supporting Young People
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Expert tips on how to spot the signs of trauma in your children when they’ve been overexposed to bad news – and how to help them.