SPECIAL REPORTS

  • Navigating AI Relationships

    SPECIAL REPORT: Navigating AI Relationships

    "Artificial Intelligence is transforming many areas, including how we form relationships and their impact on identity development is significant. It is essential to understand both the opportunities and challenges these technologies present."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • Cost of Living Crisis

    SPECIAL REPORT: The Cost of Living Crisis

    "Our role is to help children make sense of the world around themselves, so it may be prudent to discuss financial matters in an informative and empowering way. "

    Dr Emma Woodward

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  • Healthy Study Habits

    SPECIAL REPORT: Healthy Study Habits

    "Research suggests that one in six students experience heightened academic stress due to high workloads. Therefore we must first ensure the building blocks of wellbeing as nothing is more important than their physical and mental health."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • Eating Anxiety

    SPECIAL REPORT: Eating Anxiety

    "Dealing with a child's eating anxiety can be both perplexing and distressing for parents. It's a challenge that requires a delicate balance of empathy, patience, and consistent strategy."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • NAIDOC Week

    SPECIAL REPORT: Celebrating NAIDOC Week

    "NAIDOC week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is celebrated by all Australians and is a great opportunity to learn more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities."

    Dyonne Anderson

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  • Smokeless Tobacco Products

    SPECIAL REPORT: Smokeless Tobacco Products

    "Smokeless tobacco products and vapes were developed to help addicts wean off nicotine, seen as a healthier and safer alternative to smoking a cigarette. However, the chemicals used in these products can still pose significant health risks."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • Celebrating IDAHOBIT

    SPECIAL REPORT: Celebrating IDAHOBIT

    "We have the power to shape our children's attitudes and beliefs, and instil values of acceptance, inclusivity and respect for all. By fostering acceptance, we can help young people become compassionate and informed advocates for equality."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • Trauma_Recovery

    SPECIAL REPORT: Trauma Recovery

    "Trauma presents in children in various ways, depending on their age, previous experience, and personal resilience. When they encounter traumatic events, their brain processes these emotions, storing them as powerful memories."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • Celebrating Harmony Week

    SPECIAL REPORT: Celebrating Harmony Week

    "Harmony Week is all about celebrating the fact that Australia is one of the most multicultural countries in the world. Our diversity is a great strength and helps us do things in different ways, reduce discrimination and accept difference."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • Toxic Achievement

    SPECIAL REPORT: Toxic Achievement Culture

    "It is not that we shouldn't encourage young people or avoid asking how they performed on a difficult test. Instead, we should encourage students to untangle their self-worth from achievement and redefine their success by emphasising the importance of resilience, wellbeing, and the pursuit of diverse interests."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • Special Report Wellbeing Barometer

    SPECIAL REPORT: The Wellbeing Barometer - 2024

    "Last year's results highlighted significant areas of concern. However, they also showcased the resilience and adaptability of many students, underscoring the importance of early intervention and prevention strategies."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • Gambling & Young People

    SPECIAL REPORT: Gambling & Young People

    "The current generation of children and adolescents are growing up in an unprecedented time when it comes to gambling. A new grey area is emerging with gambling-like elements in video games and social media blurring the boundaries and creating headaches, both for parents and regulators."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • Discussing War & Conflict

    SPECIAL REPORT: Discussing War & Conflict

    "When children encounter traumatic events, their brain processes these emotions, storing them as powerful memories. It's natural for them to be curious, concerned, or even scared. Their world view is still forming, and these events can be overwhelming and difficult for them to process."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • R U Ok?Day

    SPECIAL REPORT: R U OK?Day

    "This day contributes to suicide prevention efforts by encouraging people to invest more time in personal relationships and building informal support networks. By having conversations and being alert to those around us, we can help identify signs of distress."

    Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

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  • Social Media Influencers

    SPECIAL REPORT: Social Media Influencers

    "Social media influencers often present a highly curated and filtered version of their lives, showcasing only the positive aspects. This can create unrealistic beauty standards, success and happiness for children. Constant exposure to this may lead to feelings of inadequacy, low self-worth and dissatisfaction."

    Dr Emma Woodward

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