Hats off to the Class of 2020
Words by Dr Stan Steindl- Clinical Psychologist Grade 12 in high school is such an important year in so many ways. Academically, of course, but also socially, in sports and the arts. Young people are traditionally having peak experiences during …
Surviving the transition to high school
Words by Kylie Layton: Clinical Psychologist Photo by @Gaellemarcel And just like that your child is off to high school! The transition to high school marks a significant milestone in a child’s life; another step taken in their developmental journey. …
One in Seven Kids…
1 in 7 young Australians experience a mental health disorder. This alarming statistic is derived from a government report that surveyed the mental health of 6300 Australian families. Rates for depression, self-harm and anxiety are a major cause for concern …
How much sleep does your teenager need?
Researchers have identified that sleep deprivation in youth is on the rise with an estimated 25% of adolescents affected by some form of sleep disturbance. Much like babies, during adolescents our biological sleep patterns change meaning we don’t fall asleep until …
How to deal with adolescent depression
It’s a well-known fact that during puberty your child will experience a large surge of hormones, which leads to a variety of intense and unpredictable moods. A term known as “doom and gloom” is said to be a normal part …
Music speaking volumes for teens
Psychology Consultants, Brisbane Music- it’s an amazing universal language that for centuries has been used to create ambiance, calm and excite crowds, cut through cultural barriers, prepare for monumental moments, reminiscence and reflect. And these days, this melodic and wonderful …
What to do when your child’s FOMO spirals out of control
For those of you that don’t know what FOMO stands for, don’t fear you have missed out. FOMO or Fear of Missing Out, is not actually as new age as your average 15- year-old might think. More traditionally termed ‘The …