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Helping Kids Deal With Discrimination

Watching a child deal with discrimination or lack of acceptance can be tough.

Supporting A Child Who Is Thinking Of Suicide

As a parent it’s frightening to hear your child talk about suicide and it ...

Risk Taking

Testing boundaries and taking some risks is a healthy way for your child to learn ...

Helping Kids Cope With Exam Stress

Exam stress can be really challenging, not only for kids but those who live with ...

Coping With Family Stress

Our capacity to deal with day-to-day parenting situations is affected by external stress. Managing stress ...

Anxiety in Kids

If a child has persistent feelings of worry and fear, it could be anxiety. Let’...

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Teaching Kids Respect In Relationships

As a parent you play an important role in helping your child have respectful relationships ...

COVID-19: Helping Your Child Go Back To ‘Normal’

Getting back to the ‘new normal’ after the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is a transition. ...

Addiction To Technology - The Warning Signs

How much is too much screen time?

Talk to other parents like you

My Circle for Parents is your online community to connect with other parents and carergivers ...

Sexting and Its Impact On Young People

Talking about sexting can feel uncomfortable for many parents. Learn more about what sexting is, ...

Social Anxiety in Kids

Parenting a child with social anxiety can be a challenge, but you're not alone. We're ...

Parentline is here for you.

Sometimes you just need to talk to someone. Sometimes you need guidance.

Young People Using Alcohol And Drugs

Know the facts and get support to help your child manage the risks involved in ...

Coping With A Crisis Or Disaster

Experiencing a crisis or a natural disaster like a flood, bushfire or cyclone, can be ...

Self-Harm Explained

We share what to do if a child you know is self-harming.

Keeping Teens Safe at Parties

Helping your teens make good choices can keep them from getting in over their head.