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Helping kids through COVID-19

Check out our guide to supporting your child through the pandemic.

Coping with family stress

Stress impacts everyone at different times and in different ways. Here’s a guide to ...

Returning to normal after COVID-19

Check out our guide to supporting your child to go back to ‘normal’ after COVID-19 (...

Supporting a child who is thinking of suicide

As a parent, it’s frightening to hear your child talk about suicide and it ...

Talk to other parents just like you

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How Parentline can help you

Parenting can be a tough job but also really rewarding. Talking to a Parentline counsellor ...

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Your child’s rights

Children need rights in order to live a full life. Rights apply to all children, ...

Helping kids identify and express feelings

Learning to identify and express feelings in a positive way helps kids develop the skills ...

Bullying at school

When bullying happens at school, it’s hard to know how to help your child. ...

Anxiety in kids and teens

Parenting a child with anxiety is tough, but you don't have to do it alone. ...

Risk taking and teens

Testing boundaries and taking some risks is a healthy way for your child to learn ...

Teens using drugs and alcohol

Know the facts and get support in order to help your teen manage the risks ...

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Cyberbullying

With increasing time spent online, you might be worried about your child and cyberbullying. Understanding ...

Communication tips

Young people often tell Kids Helpline they find it difficult to communicate with their parents. ...

Building respectful relationships

As a parent, you play an important role in helping your kids build self-respect and ...

Cultural differences and conflict

Our kids’ wellbeing is impacted by cross cultural issues, often through discrimination and lack of ...

Sexting and the impacts on young people

Talking about sexting can feel uncomfortable for many parents. Learn more about what sexting means, ...

Helping kids cope with exam stress

Exam stress can be really challenging, not only for kids but also for those who ...

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Social media and safety

Using social media is a regular part of life for most young people. Support your ...

How Kids Helpline can help your child

Curious about what Kids Helpline does and how it can help? We’ve got your ...

Depression in kids and teens

You might be unsure whether your child is just sad or if it’s something ...

Building healthy family relationships

Healthy family relationships are important for your child’s wellbeing and development. Building strong family ...

Social anxiety in kids and teens

Parenting a child with social anxiety can be a challenge, but you're not alone. We're ...

Helping kids stop cyberbullying

Everybody has a role to play in helping kids understand what’s ok and not ...

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Responding to disclosures of child abuse

When a child discloses abuse it can be hard to know how to respond and ...

Understanding online grooming

We explain online grooming and ways to keep your kids safe.

Keeping kids safe at parties

You might worry about what your teen is exposed to when they go to parties. ...

Understanding child physical abuse

Learn more about what physical child abuse is, the signs and impacts it can have ...

Empowering young people to ask for help

Being able to ask for help when you need it is an essential skill. We ...

Understanding child sexual abuse

In this article we’ll explore what child sexual abuse is and what you can ...

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Join My Circle - the free, private, safe and confidential social platform for 12-25 year olds

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No problem is too big or too small.
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What happens when your kids don’t get enough sleep

Getting the right amount of sleep is important for kids' developing body and wellbeing. Find ...

Should I be worried about gaming addiction?

Worried that gaming is becoming a problem for your child? Here’s what you need ...

Online gaming: Signs your child may be bullied

Bullying within online gaming can be a real issue. Know the signs and what you ...

Talking to your teen about safe sex

It can be an awkward conversation to start, but it’s an important one. It ...

Self-harm explained

Finding out a child has been self-harming can be scary and confusing. We explain what ...

Understanding child emotional abuse

Words can harm - emotional abuse can be just as hurtful as physical abuse and ...

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No problem is too big or too small.
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Children who cyberbully

Cyberbullying is the use of technology to intentionally hurt another person in an ongoing way. ...

Helping kids and teens deal with peer pressure

Many parents worry about the negative impacts of peer pressure. We’ve got tips to ...

Understanding child neglect

We explain child neglect, what the signs are and how to help.

Hosting a safe party for teens

Have a fun party for your teen and keep your worries at bay using our ...

Supporting kids through separation or divorce

Finding a way through separation or divorce is never easy. We share tips that have ...

Supporting a child through grief and loss

When your child loses someone or something close to them it can be a challenging ...

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Join My Circle - the free, private, safe and confidential social platform for 12-25 year olds

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No problem is too big or too small.
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Types of eating disorders explained

Eating disorders are complex and come in many forms. Learn about the most common types ...

Mood Swings and Puberty

Parenting a child through puberty isn’t always easy, let alone adding mood swings into ...

Supporting a child after a suicide

When a child experiences grief after a suicide it can be difficult to know how ...

Coping with family holiday stress

Why are holidays sometimes so stressful? Here’s how you and your family can ride ...

Mental health myths & facts

There's a lot of information about mental health and wellbeing out there, so let's bust ...

My child struggles with mental health

It's hard to know how to help your child when they're having mental health challenges. ...

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Join My Circle - the free, private, safe and confidential social platform for 12-25 year olds

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No problem is too big or too small.
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Families impacted by domestic violence

Domestic violence can happen in any family. It’s never ok and everybody deserves to ...

Helping kids handle conflict

Dealing with conflict is not only stressful for kids, but parents too. We’ve got ...