Food for Thought

How parents can help their children deal with disappointment Whether you feel empathy or irritation in the face of your child’s disappointment, both present an opportunity to teach resilience through ‘desirable difficulty’, a psychological theory...

During your child’s learning journey, there will no doubt be times when parents have concerns about their interactions or experiences with their teachers at school. While specific situations vary, it is important for parents not to jump to...

HeadStart is hosting a half-day workshop for girls aged 8-12 on Saturday 7th November. The workshop will assist girls to evaluate situations effectively and make good decisions, offering practical skills and strategies for them to use. Click here...

Many parents will attest to the fact that most boys are active, loud, rambunctious and prone to rough play, but this should not affect how a parent acts towards their son. The male brain is distinctly differently in its development. A boy’s physical...

Gen Z and Millennials are more stressed than ever and need sound ways of coping. Learn about strategies to boost wellbeing at: https://www.psychologytoday.com . Mrs Annie Williams, College Counsellor

Teenagers need to know that challenging situations might make you feel upset and angry, too, but acknowledging and talking about these feelings shows them that it’s okay to feel this way. Negative emotions may not disappear overnight but talking...

With R U OK? Day this week, experts are encouraging parents to speak openly with their children about mental health. Headspace national adviser Simon Dodd suggested telling your child you have noticed they are struggling. “Use sensitivity and...

Recent studies have shown that children benefit greatly from having fathers who are present and who interact in everyday activities. This has transformed the understanding of how fathers shape children’s lives from the start, challenging...

Across Victoria, students and their families are experiencing challenging times with the state being in various stages of lockdown. The second wave of the pandemic is also beginning to impact other areas of Australia and New Zealand. Riding the...

Self-esteem is how people feel about themselves, both inside and out. People with good self-esteem generally have a positive outlook, accept themselves and feel confident. Having good self-esteem does not mean a person is arrogant or self-centred...