Emotional Wellbeing
30/09/2008
Tips for helping your child or teen form positive relationships.
04/03/2008
Tips for parents and teachers on coping with shyness in children
10/03/2006
Prevention is the key. It is important to talk to kids about befriending skills. Explain how to make friends and join others in a group.
10/03/2006
A collection of useful help lines and website links providing assistance with bullying issues.
10/03/2006
According to the National Coalition Against Bullying (NCAB) one in six children are currently bullied.
10/03/2006
School violence can be dealt with through existing legal processes. Serious assaults can be referred to the police and students may be able to pursue a civil action against schools that have failed to protect them from harassment.
10/03/2006
School psychologist Roberto Parada provides information on steps parents can take if your child is being bullied at school. The first step being: notify the school.
10/03/2006
Reassure the child that it is not his or her fault. Help your child to sort this out in ways that will not bring more anguish to them.
10/03/2006
Children have been fighting with their siblings since the days of Cain and Abel. This is a natural and normal part of growing up. Of course, it doesn’t make it easier for parents who would like a well-regulated and harmonious home.
10/03/2006
A collection of useful help lines and website links for organisations servicing young Australians.
Disclaimer: The information contained in the articles above has been sourced from a variety of educational articles and interviews. They offer a range of suggestions for parents but is not necessarily the official viewpoint of the Parramatta Diocesan Catholic system of schools.