‘Not just deal’: Psychologist’s unique way to help anxious teens
Psychologist Jodie Benveniste believes she can help teens as they navigate the emotional minefield of mental health, sharing how “it has helped me the most in my life”. Here’s how.
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Kids taught to meditate in class amid mindfulness push in schools
Students as young as six are meditating and doing breathing exercises in class in a bid to dramatically improve student mental health.
Some families are getting a $400 school bonus. Are you eligible?
How do you get it? Where can you spend it? Here’s everything you need to know about the $400 School Saving Bonus.
12yo’s confronting posts to ‘world’s most dangerous’ influencer
They’re too young to even shave but a former member of this notorious online group says these boys are easy pickings for toxic men pretending to help.
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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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Famous Aussie faces on first day of school
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How to beat first day of school separation anxiety
While the back-to-school period can be an exciting time for both children and parents, a leading psychologist is offering expert advice on how to deal with a common problem, especially in Preps. Here’s her tips for worried parents.
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