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How to Talk to Kids About Separation
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13 March 2024
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It’s OK to Need a Break from COVID
COVID-19 has been the hottest topic for nearly two years now. No matter where we go or who we speak to, it seems we can’t escape news or discussion of...
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Tips for Parents Struggling During COVID
COVID has caused stress and burnout for a lot of parents. Lockdowns and home-schooling had us scrambling to keep our kids safe and entertained while we tried to hold onto...
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How to be There for Someone Struggling During COVID
Written by Shirley Hussie – Relationship and Family Counsellor The flow-on effects of COVID are still impacting us in one way or another. Lockdowns and social distancing forced couples and...
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How to Tell if Your Mate is Struggling
Does your mate seem a bit off lately? No one likes to see someone they care about struggle, but it can be hard to know how to help. Learning how...
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How to Talk to Loved Ones Who Don’t Share Your Views Around COVID
Written by Val Holden – Relationship and Family Counsellor We don’t always share the same beliefs as our family members. In fact, we may have very different opinions about all...
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How to ask for Help When You’re Not Doing Great
Asking for help isn’t always easy. If you struggle with your mental health, you may already be getting help from a mental health professional. But the support from the people...
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Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19
I’m feeling exhausted and my mental health is suffering. Why is this happening? An RAQ mental health professional explores the ongoing mental health impacts of COVID-19 and offers advice to...
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How are you REALLY doing? Signs You Might be Struggling During COVID-19
It’s coming up to two years since COVID-19 changed the world as we know it. As the post-COVID world we’re living in starts to feel like the new normal, it...
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MoneyWise Community Day 2021
How’s your financial literacy? Financial literacy is a skill like reading or writing. You can learn to take control and reduce your stress. MoneyWise Community Day offers free workshops with...
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Child Inclusive Mediation: What is it and when is it a good idea?
Written by Karen Marshall – Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor After separating, some parents may disagree about how they will parent their children. They may debate about how much time the...
