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From early childhood to secondary school, your child’s negative friendships could impact their sense of self worth. from shutterstock.com

December 18, 2019

From childcare to high school – what to do if you don’t like your kid’s friend

Laurien Beane, Australian Catholic University; Michael Chambers, Australian Catholic University, and Natasha Wardman, Australian Catholic University

If you suspect your child – whether they are in early childhood education and care, primary or secondary school – has a questionable friend, here are some tips on how to deal with it.

Parental role-modelling, encouragement and seeking support from the school can help make the awkward bits of making friends as a teen easier. www.shutterstock.com

January 7, 2019

Adolescence can be awkward. Here’s how parents can help their child make and maintain good friendships

Michael Chambers, Australian Catholic University

Navigating friendships as a teen can be hard. Parents can help by modelling good behaviour and making sure their teen feels they can talk to them about their friendships.

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