Written by- Twinkle Garg, Registered Psychologist Self-harm often emerges when adolescents feel overwhelmed by emotions they don’t know how to handle. It can serve as a coping mechanism by offering temporary relief from emotional distress, allowing the teen to feel a sense of control, or acting as a distraction from painful thoughts. For some, it … Read more
By Claire Mitchelmore, Provisional Psychologist (AI-assisted) What is selective mutism Selective Mutism is an anxiety disorder in which your child may find themselves unable to speak in one or more social situations (e.g. at school, in public places, with friends or extended family members) despite the ability to speak comfortably in other settings (e.g. at … Read more
By – Claire Mitchelmore – Provisional Psychologist There is increasing evidence that depression is one of the most common mental health challenges for young people in Australia and that the rate of depression amongst our teenagers is rising. This is concerning because depression often has long-term effects on a young person’s social, emotional and academic … Read more
