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Raising sensitive issues and working to resolve problems that arise along the way can be challenging. It can also be hard as a parent to know the difference between normal behaviour, such as moodiness, irritability and withdrawal, and an emerging mental health problem. This section is designed to help you.
Do you have a few minutes to spare? If you are a family member or friend supporting a young person who is seeking support at a headspace centre, we would love to hear from you!
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Relationships & sex
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Supporting others
World events
loneliness and young adults
Young adulthood is full of opportunities to form new relationships, allow existing ones to evolve, and discover a healthy sense of self. But navigating lots of changing relationships can also…
supporting your young person through major transitions
Young adulthood is a time of growth and exploration that often involves big transitions. These transitions can feel exciting and full of potential, but they can also feel overwhelming and…
talking to your young person about sexual consent
Talking to your young person about sex and consent might feel a bit awkward.
supporting your young person experiencing anxiety about climate change
Young people are increasingly committed to caring for the environment, because of a growing awareness of climate change as a global environmental issue.
maintaining a healthy headspace during the bushfire season – supporting your young person
Information for family and friends supporting young people indirectly or directly affected by the bushfire season
responding to family conflict
Conflict is a normal part of all relationships including those in your family and it’s something we all experience at times.
building a healthy relationship with your young person
Watching a child you care about grow into adulthood can be a rewarding experience. You get to see them develop their own opinions, cultivate new skills and engage with the…
supporting your young person through parental separation
When you separate from your partner, your life as a parent can change. Find out how you can look after yourself and your young person during this time.