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Tween Talk - EveryBODY is Beautiful

Goodlife Community Centre in Buderim is hosting a workshop by Headstart, designed to help girls aged 8-12 years understand that they are much more than just a body. During the workshop, girls will learn all the editing and tricks that go into making...
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Why Kids Engage in Negative Self-Talk and What You Can Do

It is important to keep in mind that in some moments, children rarely mean exactly what they say. They could be in a highly-charged state, flooded with big emotions that are difficult to experience and process. What they are struggling with may not...
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10 Tips on Helping Teen Boys Express Their Feelings

"Taking responsibility for our children’s emotional health is a great first step in helping our boys express themselves,” says psychotherapist Dana Kasper. "Emotions of sadness and frustration are innate within each of us, young and old. They tell...
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Saying Sorry

Imagine this… You just yelled at your child. You said something you didn’t mean. You felt overwhelmed and frustrated, and it all happened so fast. Now, you feel horrible. Every parent has had moments like these, myself included. And our emotions are...
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Put Down That Device

Do you argue daily about time wasted on Snapchat? Or the Xbox? Or YouTube? Technology is inescapable, but without limits, teens’ academics and relationships suffer. Learn how making them earn it and blocking apps can help. Limit Screen Time for...
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The Importance of Showing Empathy to Kids Who Learn and Think Differently

Empathy is a way of connecting. It shows kids you know they’re experiencing something – even if you don’t understand exactly how it feels to them. Empathy says: “ I want you to know you’re not alone. And I want to understand how this feels to you.”...
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Online Gaming

Young people might have a lot of fun playing online games, but parents and carers need to make sure they empower their children to make wise decisions and help them manage the risks. Numerous games can help your child become more coordinated and...
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How to be a good parent: It’s all about you!

So much of the information out there about how to be a better parent focuses on techniques for modifying your child’s behavior. But it is missing the mark. Research has shown that the one thing a person can do to be a better parent is to focus on...
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Understanding Adolescence

Adolescence is the transitional stage of development that is usually associated with the teenage years. In 2018, the Australian Curriculum Assessment Authority redefined adolescence as affecting young people aged between 10-24 years. During this...
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30 Ways to Stay Connected with Your Teen

Parents of teenagers frequently tell me that they no longer know how to connect with their children. Here are 30 ways to build trust, understanding, appreciation and affection with your teen! Click on the link below for more information. https://www...
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