Families

Each family is different, and there are ways to both deal with conflict and make the most of the family you do have. Find out how to deal with different family issues and stay sane.

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How to cope with the highs and lows of family life

Gumbaynggir woman Tilly Langford shares her top tips for keeping family relationships healthy while growing up in a big Aboriginal family.

5 ways to get your parents to really listen to you

Good communication with your parents or carers is key to having your life run smoothly. Here are some tips for getting your message across.

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Conflict with family

Occasional tension or arguments are a normal part of family life. Whether it’s with your parents or siblings, there are things you can do to stop conflict from getting worse.

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Zig's story about family troubles

Zig shares how his mates and his nan help him stay deadly when things at home get too much.

Family services

If you’re having family issues and problems, such as conflict, housing or safety concerns, help is available.

6 tips for talking to your parents about mental health

By doing a little planning, you can make talking to your parents about mental health a little easier.

How to deal with pressure from your parents

Read on for some practical tips on how to deal with high expectations from parents.

How to deal with your parents fighting all the time

Dealing with your parents fighting can be really stressful. While there's a lot you can't control in the situation, there are a few things you can do to make yourself feel better.

Dealing with divorce and custody

Coming to terms with a divorce and the fact that your family is changing is really tough, but there are things you can do to help clarify your feelings about what’s happened.

What to do when your home is no longer a safe place

If you’re feeling unsafe at home, because of issues with family or a partner, it’s a pretty intense thing to have to deal with. If this is happening, it’s really important to reach out for advice and support.

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What is domestic violence and where can you find support?

Domestic violence, or ‘intimate partner violence’, is violent, abusive or intimidating behaviour in a relationship.

My parent has a mental illness

Whether your parent has been diagnosed with a mental illness, or you think they have a mental health condition, it’s normal to have conflicted feelings about it.

Finding your birth parents

If you’re adopted, you may get to a stage in life where you want to find your birth parents. A lot of people do; it’s perfectly normal.

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Coping with the stress of Christmas

Christmas is meant to be a time of celebration, but the ‘season of goodwill’ can easily slip into ill-will and a tonne of stress.