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Understanding teenage angst
Emotional changes in teens can result in mood swings, anxiety and also lead to depression or self-harm. So it's important for parents to recognise the signs when not all is okay, says counselling psychologist Stephanie Borg Bartolo
Parental rage (2): how you can feel less angry
In the second of a two-part article, Charlene Aquilina gives tips on how to prevent losing control for your own sake and that of your family
Parental rage (1): why you can get so angry at your children
In the first of a two-part article, Charlene Aquilina discusses how parents may lose their temper with their kids even if they love them more than anything else in the world
Childism: how discrimination against children plays out in law
Some acts are only considered criminal if they are committed by someone aged under 18. This doesn’t just…
Why children should not diet
Focus should be on eating healthier food, nutritionist says, as dieting would deprive the body of nutrients essential for growth
‘It never changes how much you love your child’
Living with Down Syndrome and autism in an ableist society has not dampened little Katarina’s enthusiasm for swimming and pizza. Sandra Borg shares her daughter’s journey of hope and joy.
Getting your child to sleep at night
It can sometimes be difficult for parents to ensure their child is getting a sufficient amount of sleep, particularly because the child's sleep routine can be difficult to manage. Here are some suggestions to try to help your child get a good night's sleep.
Managing your child’s time wisely
Now that the Easter break is over, children might find it a bit hard to readapt to the school day schedule and extracurricular activities. Here is how you can teach them some time management skills which would help them now and in the future.
‘It’s impossible for one resource to meet the needs of every child on the spectrum’
As we mark Autism Awareness Month, a fresh and exciting resource aimed at being inclusive and accessible to children who are on the spectrum has just been launched.
Our role with our children: a reflection on self-care
Counsellor William Hayman gives some advice to help parents quell doubts and fears they might unnecessarily have about raising their offspring