A review of research on outcomes for children whose parents are separating concludes that poor outcomes for a child are much more closely linked to…
The EditorJuly 2017
Weekdays are OK, but children resent their fathers working nights, weekends and in stressful, inflexible jobs. Fathers struggle to strike a work-family balance. According to…
Professor Lyndall StrazdinsJuly 2017
A study of sisters has shown that the longer a girl is exposed to her father during her childhood, the more influence his parenting has…
The EditorJune 2017
Adolescent capacities to cope with stress, manage emotions and make good decisions are interlinked, but too often they are tackled separately by research and practice.…
Dr Kathryn ModeckiJune 2017
Parents who show gratitude, are more extroverted, or are religiously involved are all more likely to have children who experience gratitude – who are happier…
The EditorJune 2017
Research from around the world on children of immigrant background has shown that, despite the challenges of adapting to a new culture and experiencing poverty…
The EditorMay 2017
A survey of Australian parents has found that they frequently use websites and social media as sources of information on parenting: 65% used websites, 45%…
The EditorMay 2017
They say that sharing secrets is vital for their mental health, yet they struggle to keep such friendships as pressures to “man up” intensify. “We…
Professor Niobe WayMay 2017
