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How to Talk to Kids About Separation
Children
13 March 2024
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Support for Domestic and Family Violence
Support is available for those affected by domestic and family violence. Domestic and family violence is a complex and pervasive issue. It is never acceptable. Everyone deserves to feel safe...
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10 Ways You Can Help Lonely Seniors
Seniors are no strangers to loneliness. A recent Australian research paper reported that between 12%-30% of older people around the world experience loneliness. And our lonely seniors aren’t just bored...
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Do I Have a Gambling Problem?
Aussies love to gamble. From having a slap on the pokies to picking the first try-scorer in the footy, gambling is a popular – and widely accepted – form of...
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The Problem with Power in Relationships
Do you feel like you’re stepping on eggshells with your partner? Do they ‘keep score’ and hold things against you to get their way? Power exists in every relationship, whether...
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Infographic: 10 Ways to Add Excitement to a Long-Term Relationship
Have things been a little same-same in your relationship lately? Add some excitement to your long-term relationship with these 10 fun ideas!
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Study Results: Mental Health and Relationships
It’s no secret that 2020 has been a difficult year for many of us. The COVID-19 outbreak and related stressors (e.g. social isolation and financial instability) have exacerbated pre-existing anxiety...
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How to Make Joint Child Custody Work
Co-parenting can be challenging – especially if things with your former spouse didn’t end well. You might be stressed about money, worried about your ex’s parenting abilities, or simply tired...
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How to Stop Waiting to be Happy
I’ll make time to relax when things settle down at work. I’ll wear that outfit when I’ve lost some weight. I’ll invite my friends over when I buy a bigger...
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Dating Someone with Kids
You met someone great. You get on like a house on fire. But there’s just one small thing: they have children. Dating someone with kids can raise unique challenges. Whether...
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What to do When Therapy Isn’t Working
Feel like therapy isn’t helping? It can be frustrating to leave your counselling session feeling like you’re in the same place you were before you started. While you may not...
