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Students in public schools twice as likely to be bullied as private school pupils
Here are the reasons why up to 14 per cent of parents continue to choose private education over public schools across the country.
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When your child threatens to run away from home
While this case of Bondi run-away Michelle Levy ended happily, it has highlighted an issue that many parents find themselves facing: how do you respond when your child threatens to run away from home?
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A former police negotiator reveals his top strategies to keep the peace with your teenager
Knowing what to say, and when and how to say it, can be a powerful tool in the self-help kit for parents navigating their way through the teenage years.
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Lose-lose situation: Why dads shouldn't let their kids win when playing games
A new study has found that children whose fathers let them win are more likely to develop anxiety.
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If you see a kid in full meltdown, it’s 'likely because of great parenting'
Before you judge, consider this.
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No one will thank you for pointing it out, but manners are dead
I'm not even asking for much. Indeed, I'd be happy with the return of just one phrase.
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Shouting at kids losing effectiveness, parenting expert says
If you want your kids to have a bath, do their chores, or go to bed, you might need to lower your voice.
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My son struggles with self-control. Here's how I'm helping him find his way
I had to let go of the expectation that my son would be able to power through every temptation. He needed some support.
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Seven ways to get your children to actually listen to you
You can't rely on car journeys alone.
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Got a defiant child? These tips might help
She’s really been pushing buttons. Is there some way to nip this in the bud?
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Group punishment doesn’t fix behaviour - it just makes kids hate school
It's unfair and unlikely to improve behaviour – so why is it still acceptable in most education department policies?
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Wooden spoon mum speaks out after court ordeal
The 35-year-old was found to have used an unnecessary amount of force when she hit her nine-year-old daughter with the spoon in October last year.
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How I dealt with my daughter shoplifting
The key is for kids to understand the difference between accidental and intentional.
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