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Family support is very important while studying at school. Students often need the support of their parents when they finish school to try to find their way in life. Some are going to enter the university or college, some want to take a year off to think about their plans, some look for a job. But the most stressful time for students, undoubtedly, comes during tests and exams. It is at this point that children are waiting for help from their families, parents, guardians, and loved ones.
More often than not, students begin to experience stress from excessive pressure from their parents, who increase the expectations of their children. Everyone knows that parents want to see their children’s best qualities, the best results in school, university, or college. Of course, no one blames parents who expect the best results from their children, because they want a better future for them. Everyone should simply understand that the school results will not determine how successful the child will be in the future.
Very often, children cannot decide what they want to be in the future. This is really difficult not only for the child but for adults who sometimes change their careers for certain reasons. Very often students don’t choose the subjects that are necessary for admission to university or college. Therefore, parents should provide as much advice and support as possible.
Want to help? Look for a way. Remember, the more you are involved in the school life of your children, the more fortunate their future will be.
What can parents and carers do to reduce stress for their children? |
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Help children find the support services in case of academic or personal difficulties Create a balanced schedule (time to relax, time to sleep, time to do homework) Encourage your teens (emotional support is the most useful help) Positive attitude at home (no stress, and no unreasonable expectations) Provide healthy food (teach them to eat healthy food) Provide help in preparing for exams (find tutors) Reduce pressure |
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Questions & Answers |
Would you like to be involved in your children’s learning and education?Join the Australian Parent Engagement Network to help your children achieve their goals (opens in a new window) |
How can I help my children with their study?Visit the Department of Education and Training website to find more information (opens in a new window) |
Where can we find real help?The Smith Family's Learning for Life Program provides help to the children to stay at school (opens in a new window) |
Looking for ideas about how to help your children from early years to the end of high school?Visit the Learning Potential website that provides information for parents and carers who want to help the children in their learning (opens in a new window) |
Have a problem- do not wait for the consequences - ask for help.Visit the Family & Community Services website to find information. They provide services for parents, carers and their families (opens in a new window) |
Want to know all about public schools?Visit the NSW Department of Education website to find more information (opens in a new window) |
Would you like to build a good relationship with your teens?Visit the raisingchildren.com.au website to find more information (opens in a new window) |
Parent lines for States & Territories |
NSW (New South Wales) |
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Parent Line NSW (opens in a new window) Visit site1300 1300 52 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Parent Line NSW, PO Box 360, Summer Hill NSW 2130 Weekdays: 9 am - 9 pm / Weekends: 4 pm - 9 pm |
WA (Western Australia) |
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Ngala Parenting Line WA (0 - 18 years) (opens in a new window) Visit site9368 9368 (Metro) 1800 111 546 (Regional) 8 am - 8 pm (7 days a week) |
SA (South Australia) |
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Parent Helpline SA (opens in a new window) 1300 364 100 (08) 8226 1000 (General Enquiries) This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 24 hours a day (7 days a week) |
QLD (Queensland) |
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Parent Line QLD & NT (opens in a new window) Visit site1300 30 1300 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. GPO Box 2469, Brisbane OLD 4001 8 am - 10 pm (7 days a week) |
VIC (Victoria) |
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Parent Line Victoria (opens in a new window) Visit site13 22 89 Department of Education and Training, GPO Box 4367, Melbourne, Victoria 3001 8 am to midnight (7 days a week) |
TAS (Tasmania) |
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Parent Line Tasmania (opens in a new window) Visit site1300 808 178 24 hours a day (7 days a week) |
ACT (Australian Capital Territories) |
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Parent Line ACT (opens in a new window) Visit site(02) 6287 3833 9 am - 5 pm (Monday to Friday) |
NT (Northern Territories) |
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Parent Line QLD & NT (opens in a new window) Visit site1300 30 1300 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. GPO Box 2469, Brisbane OLD 4001 8 am - 10 pm (7 days a week) |
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