Suicidal behaviour is evident in children, with some as young as 10 presenting to hospitals and emergency departments following a self-harm episode – some on multiple occasions. “Anecdotally, we’ve been finding that teachers are overhearing self-harm and suicide being discussed in the playground from the primary...
There’s strong evidence that feeling useful builds resilience in children, but how much and what sort of work are modern parents asking kids to do? reports Andrew Trounson, University of Melbourne Next time your child complains about chores, tell them it’s for their own good. Giving children...
A new research collaboration is working to help children with facial disfigurements feel better about themselves....
We take a look at some parenting ideas that will help to draw out your child’s strengths....
Inbar Niv challenges the sexualisation of young girls in dance classes....
