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10 Strategies to help kids develop resilience

Posted on by Helen Splarn

Resilience is the ability to ‘bounce back’ from life’s difficulties. For many young people it is vital to … Read More »

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Shifting Focus of 21st Century Teachers

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In 2012, schools have to acknowledge the fact that their teachers have more face-to-face access to teenagers than their parents. … Read More »

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Stop City Beach selling porn to young people!

Posted on by Helen Splarn

City Beach surf store are selling pornographic clothing and merchandise, including caps and thongs, as well as countless … Read More »

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Great new cyber safety resources

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Safer Internet Day: Tuesday 7 February 2012. The theme for the day is ‘Connecting generations and educating each … Read More »

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Joint Select Committee on Cyber-Safety – Report

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

The Joint Select Committee on Cyber-Safety tabled its report on the Inquiry into Cyber-Safety entitled High-Wire Act: Cyber-Safety … Read More »

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Sexting in the USA- New Survey Results

Posted on by Dr Ramesh Manocha

 The Crimes Against Children Research Center conducted two national surveys to develop a better understanding of sexting. The … Read More »

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Early signs of psychosis in young people

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A person with psychosis ‘loses touch with reality’: they may have disorganised thoughts, hallucinations or delusions and find … Read More »

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Is your child an internet addict?

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Although internet addiction is not yet a diagnosable illness, it is certainly raising concerns among adolescent experts who … Read More »

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Back to school: how to handle bullying

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50% of Victorian school children experience bullying online or at school* The summer holidays are nearly over and … Read More »

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The silent state of student suicides

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The 2011 HSC results have just come out. For many it is the culmination of 2 years of … Read More »

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