A child’s developing memory makes the world wondrous and slow, but an adult’s reliance on routine speeds everything up
Lies about Santa? They could be good for your child
Fantastical beliefs in children are associated with positive developmental outcomes
Mobile phones in the classroom: A helpful or harmful hindrance?
Smartphones are proving useful educational tools - but psychological research highlights the risk of their presence in the classroom
How the decision to delay school is causing anguish for parents
The incidence of parents delaying the start to school has doubled. Why are they making this choice?
Can stress during pregnancy harm my baby?
There are a number of ways to reduce levels of tension and make way for a smoother postnatal experience
How parenting advice assumes you’re white and middle class
Diversity matters when it comes to making sure psychology research is widely applicable
How puberty affects school performance
Attentive teachers and parents can help developing teenagers navigate academic disruption
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
Problems at school:What is the role of ADHD and other factors
Australian psychologists are untangling the many factors that cause academic problems for students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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