A call for consistency is needed after a study by the La Trobe Eye Clinic's Dr Kylie Gran Ensuring children with disabilities receive the necessary eye assessments is crucial for providing them with appropriate care and support. A recent study conducted by La Trobe University underscores...
Good lunchboxes are based on 4 things, reminds researchers Clare Dix and Stella Boyd-Ford Heading back to school is a time of great anticipation for many families, but it is not without challenges. One of the big challenges is preparing healthy, easy, affordable and appealing lunchboxes. Lunchboxes...
Shani Sniedze writes that many kids say, ‘It makes me nervous’. As the school year hits the halfway mark, many Year 6 students and their families will start thinking more about the move to high school next year. Moving to secondary school is a big change for...
While it's not realistic to avoid screens entirely, being mindful of how screens impact eye health and managing risks on a day-to-day basis is essential. According to Professor Isabelle Jalbert from the School of Optometry and Vision Science, UNSW Medicine & Health, “There is a genetic...
Rachael Sharman and Michael Nagel report A recent Beyond Blue survey of more than 2,000 teachers identified mental ill-health and excessive screen time as the biggest problems facing their students. Comments from teachers revealed a perceived lack of social skill development in children and teens. As one...
Juliana Zabatiero, Kate Highfield, Leon Straker and Susan Edwards look at how parents and carers can help children with what researchers call “technology transitions”. Many Australian parents worry about how much time their children spend watching screens. While some time on devices is fine for entertainment and...
A chance encounter leads Steve Biddulph to reflect on the nature of families and the challenges we all face. It’s morning in Dorrigo, northern NSW, a town of such loveliness that I can never quite believe it. A dramatic backdrop of rainforest ranges sets off old-style...
Naomi Zouwer looks at how this can help them take risks, embrace failure and be comfortable with uncertainty As a visual artist and educator, I know how important it is to encourage your child to think and behave like an artist. But this is not necessarily...
It's a mix of emotions – like excitement, nervousness, or uncertainty - in the lead-up to big changes, writes Shelley Lipshut The leap from primary to secondary school marks a profound milestone in a child's educational journey. It is a juncture teaming with anticipation and trepidation....
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is more often diagnosed in children, writes Alison Poulton. That might make you wonder if people grow out of it as they reach adulthood. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that involves difficulties focusing attention (for study or work) and/or sitting still or...
