Parents can raise well balanced teens by creating structured opportunities for gratitude, empathy, and mindfulness.
Raising Grateful, Empathetic, Mindful Teens: It’s Possible!
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“Boys Aren’t the Issue”: Raising Good Men is Everyone’s Business
When it comes to a culture of toxic masculinity, not every boy or teenager should be lumped in the one basket, says youth advocate.
Talking to Teens About Vaping, Alcohol & Drugs
Vaping is on every school principal’s mind right now. Adolescent psychologist Collett Smart and drug-and-alcohol educator Paul Dillon share their advice.
Parties and Alcohol – Do Parents Have Any Influence on Teens?
Parties give teens an opportunity for socialising – but I’m often asked, “How much influence do parents have on teens, parties and alcohol consumption?”
6 Tips on Young Teens, Sleepovers and Parties
How can we prepare our children for High School parties and sleepovers, where drinking might be involved? Collett Smart shares expert advice.
The Importance of Touch in Raising Teens – Tips for Parents
A shortage of healthy touch can effect our wellbeing, and even be psychologically damaging, writes Collett Smart. She shares tips for parents of teens.
Connecting with Teens – 6 Tips
Somehow it’s socially acceptable for adults to belittle teens – which only divides us. How can we change the stereotype, and connect with our teens better?
9 Ideas for Screen Time Balance
Instead of banning screens, we need to help our tweens find a healthy balance for their gaming and video-streaming time, writes Collett Smart.
Compassion is Key in Handling Cyber Safety Issues with Kids
Focus on the Family say that compassion goes a long way when it comes to handling online incidents and tricky topics with our kids.
Traumatic Events in the News: 10 Tips for Supporting Young People
Expert tips on how to spot the signs of trauma in your children when they’ve been overexposed to bad news – and how to help them.