In Australia, there has been a 50 per cent increase in diagnosable mental health conditions among 16 to 25-year-olds since 2007.
Love, support, and the knowledge that someone else believes in them are wonderful motivators for young people.
Our Helping Hands TV panel explores some of the ways adults can help young people to overcome their challenges and find motivation.
“Children crave boundaries,” psychologist and author Collett Smart said. “They don’t need a 40 year old, BFF, best friend forever.”
When it comes to a culture of toxic masculinity, not every boy or teenager should be lumped in the one basket, says youth advocate.
A Zalpha is a term used to describe those born on the cusp of these two generations – Generation Z and Generation Alpha.
Three quarters of Gen Z and 72% of Gen Y indicate they struggle spending too much time on screens and technology.
Parties give teens an opportunity for socialising – but I’m often asked, “How much influence do parents have on teens, parties and alcohol consumption?”
How can we prepare our children for High School parties and sleepovers, where drinking might be involved? Collett Smart shares expert advice.
Somehow it’s socially acceptable for adults to belittle teens – which only divides us. How can we change the stereotype, and connect with our teens better?
