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How to look after your child’s mental health when they start uni
Are you getting ready to send your child off to uni? Moving away from home to go to uni is not easy – how can you make it more painless? Just because they aren’t living in the same place as you doesn’t mean you aren’t parenting them anymore. It is a new parenting chapter. They […]
6 ways to get your teen off their phone: A parent’s guide
Do you feel your teenager is always glued to their phone or other digital devices? Are you worried about the impact this is having on their mental health? The truth is that it's not all bad and that there are benefits to using digital devices. Young people have a strong need for social connections, which can […]
Mean Teens: Why is my teenager so unpleasant to be around?
When children enter puberty (often around 10–12), emotions can feel stronger and more intense while perspective-taking is still developing. This can lead to overwhelming feelings and unpredictable reactions. Parents may feel they can’t do anything right as teenagers begin to separate and develop their own identity, which can feel challenging.