Location sharing, shared passwords and connected devices are now part of everyday family life. But when technology is used to monitor, intimidate or control someone, it can become a form of abuse — and new Australian research suggests many people may not recognise it....
If you’ve decided to separate from your partner, and you have kids together, it’s normal to worry about the potential impact on them, writes Jaimie Northam, Although some studies have shown a higher risk of mental health problems for children of divorced parents, separation is not...
New research shows confident, supported early childhood educators can help children affected by trauma feel safer, regulate emotions and engage in learning....
Starting high school can be an exciting time. Students meet new people, study new subjects and gain more independence. But for many, high school can also feel harder to manage....
The Victorian government recently announced it will introduce “nation-leading” laws to make technology companies accountable for preventing hate and keeping children safe. How will they work? asks Professor Lisa M. Given...
Need a doctor or nurse after hours? How to get virtual or in‑person health care in Australia – including for free. Researchers run through the many options Australians have available....
For some fathers, losing the ordinary routines of parenting can bring intense grief, loneliness and a painful loss of identity. Finding support early can help dads manage those feelings while protecting their relationship with their children....
With wintry weather underway in many parts of Australia, Gregory Moore's been enjoying the seasonal change in his garden and its trees. Here are 5 winter gardening jobs to set you up for a splendid spring. ...
Rachael Sharman, writes that she remembers visiting a friend with three young boys at the end of a particularly busy school holiday period. Her youngest moped into the kitchen whining “Muuuuuuummmm”. My friend responded with a sharp, exasperated, “WHAT!?”...
Many Australian children struggle with their mental health, report researchers Narendar Manohar, Hiroko Fujimoto and Peter Baldwin. Recent data shows around one in seven children (13.9%) aged 4–17 experiences a diagnosable mental illness. So what can actually help? Our research shows the most powerful influences on children’s...
