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By: Rachel Doherty
Teenagers have a reputation for being selfish, but it’s better for parents to see this behaviour as self-centred instead. Continue reading “Me, Myself and I: The Self-Centred World of Teens”
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
It’s not long now until the kids go back to school! But there’s still time to squeeze in a few last minute activities to keep that holiday feeling going. Continue reading “14 Things to Squeeze into the Last Week of Holidays”
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
The transition to high school can be a trying time for kids. Most parents find it hard to stand on the sidelines when their child is anxious. This article has ten tips for how you can help. Continue reading “When Kids Are Anxious About Going to High School”
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Schoolies Week has become a rite of passage in Australia for kids leaving high school. But the stories of alcohol, drugs, fights and crazy stunts worries many parents. Getting the attitude of teenagers right before they go can help to keep them safe. Continue reading “How to Get Your Kids Ready for Schoolies Week”
Your house is not a hotel, but does your teenager know that? Continue reading “Practical Advice for Parenting Teens”
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Parents of go-slow kids live with the constant frustration of waiting. Using routines and clear expectations will make life so much easier. Continue reading “How to Get a Go-slow Kid Moving Every Time”
By: Stephen O’Doherty | Open House
Students across Australia are preparing for end of year exams.
It’s a time of stress for both students and their families, but there are ways to make study more effective and reduce the stress. Continue reading “Exams Approaching? Here Are Some Effective Study Tips”
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Talking to children about tragedy is a tough topic for most parents. In the wake of the Las Vegas shooting, here’s four things to share with kids. Continue reading “Las Vegas: How to Help Kids Make Sense of Tragedy”
By: Rachel Doherty | Tweens 2 Teen
Know-it-all kids have a way of making life misery for parents. Yet, their most annoying qualities are likely to be their greatest assets. Continue reading “5 Sure-Fire Ways to put Know-It-All Kids in Their Place”
Author: Rachel Doherty | Tweens2Teen.
The first sign of a mental health issue in teenagers is often a drop in grades. Here’s what parents can do when it’s time to make a choice.
Continue reading “When Grades Come at the Cost of Mental Health”