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The benefits of positive co-parenting
Research suggests that children fare better in their development and their relationships when both parents adopt a collaborative co-parenting approach. Charlene Aquilina gives some advice.
Embracing a growth mindset
Being resilient in the face of adversity is an important life skill and it is especially significant during challenging times. Sandy Calleja Portelli discusses the importance of teaching children to persevere in whatever they do, not just academically.
Cultivating generosity
Sharing and giving do not generally come naturally to children. However, they can grasp these concepts with some gentle coaching, says Charlene Aquilina.
Big little lies
As children transition into teens, their desire to seem more adult and attain more independence might see them lying to parents and caregivers more and more often. Jessica Arena discusses this phenomenon and gives advice on how parents can avoid such a scenario.
When children turn on their parents
Domestic abuse does not only involve violence between partners or child abuse, but there are also instances where a child is abusive towards one or both parents. Sandy Calleja Portelli delves into the subject.