Food for Thought

Although getting back into the routine of school might be challenging it’s important to help your child identify their concerns and be present while they work through them. These strategies can certainly help get the wheels in motion, but your...

Teenage gatherings provide young people with important opportunities to interact and build on their social skills and experiences. Celebrations, partying and socialising are a fundamental rite of passage and one of the most important aspects of a...

Supporting your teenager through their final school exams can be extremely daunting for parents. However, maintaining a calm household will ensure your child has the best chance of success. To perform at their best, students will need regular and...

From a stroll through a city park to a day spent hiking in the wilderness, exposure to nature has been linked to a host of benefits, including improved attention, lower stress, better mood, reduced risk of psychiatric disorders and even upticks in...

By getting to the root of the issues and teaching teens how to control their behaviour, fewer arguments between teens and parents will occur. According to Open Sky Wilderness Therapy, teenagers who have consistent challenging behaviour have other...

Got a feeling that someone you know or care about it isn’t behaving as they normally would? Perhaps they seem out of sorts? More agitated or withdrawn? Or they’re just not themselves. Trust that gut instinct and act on it. Learn more about the signs...

This year the Family Fun Day Event will be hosted by Australia Zoo. It will be held on Saturday 10 th of September from 9.00am-1.00pm. The annual Child Protection Week Event aims to provide parents and families with the opportunity to seek advice...

Close family relationships afford a person better health and well-being, as well as lower rates of depression and disease throughout a lifetime. But in many families, getting along isn't a given. The interaction between various members is at the...

Children and young adults spend a great deal of time away from their parents and family members. During that time, they engage with others, including potential role models and mentors. They also spend a great deal of time being exposed to media...

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://...