Just met someone, but are worried that your anxiety will ruin it all? Psychology can help
Bullying
Bullying occurs when an individual or group repeatedly behaves towards a specific individual with the intention of causing harm or distress. This can include physical, verbal, social or online attacks. Psychological research has shown that being bullied, being a bully or witnessing bullying are all associated with negative effects on mental health.
What helps children with ADHD?video
Hyperactivity, impulsivity and difficulty concentrating are the hallmarks of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
How to succeed as a step familyvideo
The pitfalls are many and the risk of another divorce is high. But step parents who can navigate the high-stress first year are on their way to a stable new family.
The art of mindful parenting
Bringing mindfulness to the challenges of children can help parents to better enjoy the precious early years
How strengths-based parenting helps young people to thrive
Amplifying strengths helps children reach their full potential and improves wellbeing.
How to strengthen relationships in stepfamilies
Blended families are more common than ever but creating harmony at home isn’t always easy. Here’s what parents can do to help boost family togetherness.
The impact of intimate partner violence
Dominance and control through many forms of abuse is an unfortunately common and destructive force in many relationships.
Silent grief – the overlooked impact of losing a sibling
The death of a brother or sister during the teenage years can affect how young people develop independence, romantic relationships and even career paths.
The system often forgets children of people with cancer: here’s how to help them
Young people who have a parent with cancer experience high levels of psychological distress. Open and honest communication is their primary unmet need and may reduce the distress they experience.
From Around the Web
- Psychologists struggle to meet demand amid coronavirus pandemic as waitlists blow outABC
- ‘It’s OK not to be OK’: Experts say it is time to ditch ‘toxic positivity’The Sydney Morning Herald
- Fears for people on mental health plans as lockdown drags on, and onThe Sydney Morning Herald
- Let’s tell kids what they can do online, instead of what they can’t doWashington Post
- The tech industry’s war on kidsMedium
- Study finds how sex gives life meaningBig Think
- ‘Couldn’t sleep, couldn’t train’: Boyd opens up on mental health issuesThe Age
Why every teacher needs to know about childhood trauma
September 12 2020
