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‘Secret weapon’ to help struggling teens fix their mental health

In the era of doom-scrolling and spiralling teen mental health problems, this psychologist suggests an unexpected solution that starts with a visit to the local library.

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How teens use AI to hide eating disorders

Aussie kids are turning to AI chatbots for dangerous advice on concealing eating disorders, as experts warn the technology has become a ‘24/7 toxic friend’ for vulnerable teens.

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The Aussie teens swearing off social media for better body image

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The Aussie teens swearing off social media for better body image

Teens struggling with body image are deleting TikTok and worrying less about their appearance after joining a groundbreaking Australian program.

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Going hungry: State’s shame as school lunch rating lags nation

Queensland is leading Australia’s classroom hunger crisis, with a staggering 126 schools requiring food support.

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TikTok screengrabs of Australian school students recording and uploading during school hours, using the hashtag #freeperiod.Picture: TikTok Accounts

TikTok is not cute, it’s dangerous

There’s a bit of gyrating, lots of lip-synching and heaps of dancing. But cyber safety experts say TikTok is another reason why mobile phones should be banned in schools nationwide.

TikTok screengrabs of Australian school aged students recording and uploading during school hours and on school grounds using the hashtag #freeperiod.Picture: Various TikTok Accounts

Block TikTok: Kids film at school — even in the loo

School students are recording and uploading controversial TikTok videos during school hours, as cyber safety experts are telling parents to get their kids off the app.

CAREERS: Sophie Maxwell has competed online certificate-level qualifications in business and local government as part of her traineeship.

The benefits of studying online

Online graduates enjoy similar employment outcomes to those who study on campus, but this type of learning is not for everyone. Here’s how to make it work.

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Why you shouldn’t let celebrities read to your kids

Schools and parents have been warned not to let the rise of digital storytelling – where celebrities read kids’ books – replace the act of reading out loud to children

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Degree of difficulty ‘good for students’

Students should be prepared to pick subjects they find challenging — because life is a challenge — and the skills they develop to cope will serve them longterm, says career mentor Michelle Gibbings.

Sophia Kelly, 17, Cleone Wrakuale, 16, and Sophia Buchanan, 16, pose at Clayfield College in Clayfield, Brisbane on Thursday, January 23, 2020. The college is offering new subjects. (AAP Image/Claudia Baxter)

Explained: Everything you need to know about ATAR

Queensland students will this year sit “external” exams for the first time in almost 50 years. This is how schools are preparing students for the new system.

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Tess Lynn Year 12 case study, Tess wants to get a high atar to get into physio. Pic Jamie Hanson

The secrets to ATAR success

It’s a marathon not a race – approach the school year like an athlete, get the right sleep, food and maintain life balance and remember, it’s not the end of the world, writes Antonia O’Flaherty

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Lunchbox shock findings.L-R: Nevaeh, 9 and Harmony, 6 McInnes-Ball from Mudgeeraba packing healthy lunchboxes.Picture: NIGEL HALLETT

Parents packing kids off to school with sugary junk

Lunch box wars have reached a stalemate with teachers now too afraid to criticise unhealthy snacks for fear of sparking the ire of busy parents, resulting in kids turning up with a shocking collection of junk.

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Brisbane’s best primary, secondary schools revealed

Brisbane’s best primary and secondary schools have been revealed based on how they fared in NAPLAN last year. See where your school ranks. FULL LIST

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Brisbane elite school fee hikes

Private school fee hike nearly triple inflation

Brisbane’s elite schools will increase their fees next year by nearly double the inflation rate — and in one case nearly triple. SEE THE LIST

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