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Year 12 results are being released. What if you don’t want to share your ATAR with friends and family?

Some students will be overjoyed with their ATARs and will be happy to share them publicly.

Should you reward kids for success? Or is there a better way to talk about achievement?

Kids often need encouragement to do the right thing, even when they absolutely do not feel like doing it.

Stand back and avoid saying ‘be careful!’: How to help your child take risks at the park

Parks provide opportunities for children to engage in risky play and develop independence and problem-solving skills.

How do I tell my kids we are currently short on money – without freaking them out?

Many kids learn about their parents financial difficulties this way. Something they’ve always been able to have is suddenly denied them. The penny drops.

Do you still crave the approval of an abusive parent? Here’s why

Inept care is when a parent provides some type of help, but the care provided does not meet the needs of the child.

Have you tried these science-backed anger management tips for parents?

Even if you haven’t encountered this exact situation, just thinking about it might raise your hackles.

What makes kids want to drop out of sports, and how should parents respond?

One of the major factors influencing children’s decision to quit sport is pressure from others (parents, coaches and peers).

Why do kids bully? And what can parents do about it?

While schools are responsible for ensuring a safe environment, parents are likely to be distressed and unsure about what to do if their child is being bullied.

The one thing Year 12 students need for exams…and life beyond school

This week, year 12 students in New South Wales will begin their final exams, with students in other Australian states soon to follow.

Is there such a thing as ‘too old’ to co-sleep with your child?

In western societies, the idea that children should sleep on their own only emerged during the 19th century.

Must-read

Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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