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Great new cyber safety resources

Posted on by Helen Splarn

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

Posted on by Helen Splarn

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?

Posted on by Helen Splarn

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

Posted on by Helen Splarn

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

Posted on by Helen Splarn

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

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Australian develops app to help manage eating disorders

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Image Source: Sydney Morning Herald The world of online apps is not just a playground for games and … Read More »

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A parent’s dilemma: All they want for Christmas is an iPad

Posted on by Helen Splarn

20% of parents use a mobile devise to keep their child entertained* This year parents are under increasing … Read More »

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Parents tell teenagers: have sex, just not at home

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80% of parents accept their child will have sex before marriage 25% of parents won’t let their child’s … Read More »

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