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Smartphones are proving useful educational tools - but psychological research highlights the risk of their presence in the classroom
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The incidence of parents delaying the start to school has doubled. Why are they making this choice?
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There are a number of ways to reduce levels of tension and make way for a smoother postnatal experience
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Diversity matters when it comes to making sure psychology research is widely applicable
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The one sure way to know a child is lyingvideo
Lying is normal. Being able to detect a child's untruths is exceptional
Mental health benefits when teens ‘belong’ at schoolvideo
Dr Kelly Allen MAPS says research shows that a sense of belonging is important to ensure young people thrive at school
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