What helps children feel safe after trauma?
New research shows confident, supported early childhood educators can help children affected by trauma feel safer, regulate emotions and engage in learning....
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Stressed parents don’t need to try harder: just look for ways to share the care
Parents don’t need to try harder to ease parenting stress, writes Elizabeth Sharda. Forget self-reliance and look for ways to share the care. I wrap up my workday and head for home, making a quick stop to grab the supplies my sixth grader needs for a...
02 October, 2025
What is family estrangement? The problem and the research agenda.
Relationship expert Kristina Scharp describes the problem and outlines the research agenda. Holidays are often a time of strengthening family bonds and relationships. But for those who have difficult relationships with siblings, parents and extended family, it can be a stressful and upsetting time. We asked Kristina Scharp...
19 June, 2025
Why are parents of autistic children so stressed?
Here’s what they want you to know and how friends, family and schools can help, writes Trevor Mazzucchelli If you’re a parent or carer of a child who’s autistic, the odds are you’re spinning more plates than the average person. The emotional, physical and logistical demands...
12 June, 2025
Is Anyone Listening? 10 Stories That Expose the Ongoing Crisis of Domestic Violence in Australia
The shocking 2020 murders of Hannah Clarke and her three children—Trey, Laianah, and Aaliyah—left us searching for answers. Tragically, domestic violence (DV) continues to claim lives and traumatise families. Despite growing awareness and public discussion, the numbers tell a grim story: violence isn’t slowing down. Here...
08 May, 2025