Parents are key to helping little ones navigate the social, emotional, cognitive and practical changes that come with starting prep
Five steps to cope with poor Year 12 results
Worse than hoped Year 12 results can be a devastating experience. But there are ways to overcome your disappointment and go on to thrive
How technology affects children’s learning
Why laptops are better than tablets, and technology needs to stay out of teen's bedrooms
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 on the classroom
How to maintain the balance between boundaries and freedom in secondary school parenting
How can parents best help their children with their schooling without actually doing it for them?
How parenting advice assumes you’re white and middle class
Diversity matters when it comes to making sure psychology research is widely applicable
Fidget toys aren’t just hype
Psychological research shows how people adjust their environment to ensure they have just the right level of stimulation.
Are we doing our best on bullying?
Incidences of bullying are occurring in preschools. With bullying linked to a range of poor outcomes in adulthood, psychologists are urging schools to adopt best practice to protect students.
The time is right for critical thinkingvideo
Our fast-changing world will require new responses. Critical thinking will be important to ensure we can navigate the complexities of modern times. But what is it?
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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