Supporting a child who is thinking of suicide

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

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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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Helping kids identify and express feelings

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

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Bullying at school

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

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Anxiety in kids and teens

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

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Risk taking and teens

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

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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 ...

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Communication tips

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

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Building respectful relationships

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

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Cultural differences and conflict

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

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Sexting and the impacts on young people

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

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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 ...

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How Kids Helpline can help your child

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

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Depression in kids and teens

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

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Building healthy family relationships

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

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Social anxiety in kids and teens

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

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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 ...

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Understanding online grooming

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

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Keeping kids safe at parties

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

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Understanding child physical abuse

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

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Empowering young people to ask for help

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

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Online gaming: Signs your child may be bullied

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

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Should I be worried about gaming addiction?

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

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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 ...

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Understanding child sexual abuse

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

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Talking to your teen about safe sex

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

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Self-harm explained

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

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Understanding child emotional abuse

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

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Children who cyberbully

A cyberbully uses technology to intentionally hurt another person in an ongoing way. We explore ...

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Helping kids and teens deal with peer pressure

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

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Understanding child neglect

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

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Hosting a safe party for teens

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

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Supporting kids through separation or divorce

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

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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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Types of eating disorders explained

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

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Supporting a child after a suicide

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

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Mood Swings and Puberty

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

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Coping with family holiday stress

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

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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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Families impacted by domestic violence

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

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Helping kids handle conflict

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

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