Tips for supporting your teenager
There are a number of things that you can do to be a supportive parent to your child. If you'd like to understand more about the importance of being a supportive parent, read our fact sheet on supportive parenting and teenagers. Or you may want to chat to other parents in the forum, to hear their tips or share your own experience.
Otherwise, see below for our supportive parenting tips.
Help your teenager develop their strengths
Use the VIA Survey to find out your teenager’s strengths and ReachOut tips to build on them. Read more
Free parenting support from a professional
Find out about our free online coaching service and how we can help you be the parent you want to be. Read more
How to help your teen when they’re feeling lonely and isolated
When your teen feels lonely or isolated, they need you more than ever. Get some tips on how to support them through. Read more
Quiz: What's your parenting super power?
Take this quiz to discover your natural parenting style. Work through the different scenarios to reveal your strengths, and learn how to use... Read more
Checking in with the Roulettes
FLTLT Berryman shares why it’s always important to check in with yourself and those around you. Read more
Your guide to connecting with other parents and carers online
Get support and chat to other parents and carers in our peer support forums. Read more
Talking to your teen about disappointment
Dr David Bakker shares some tips for helping your teen cope with and learn from disappointment. Read more
Dealing with disturbing content
From Netflix to YouTube, we give you the tools to approach disturbing content with your teenager. Read more
Parents as positive role models
Learn how to be a good role model for your child as they go through adolescence. Read more
How to support your child's dreams
Rebecca and Tammy chat about the importance of supporting what your child is passionate about. Read more
Help your teen figure out what they want
It can be a frustrating time for teens who have no idea what they want to do after high school. Read more
Supporting an intersex teenager
Here's your guide to supporting an intersex teenager. Get info on what it means to be intersex, and how you can support. Read more
5 tips from a single mum
Forum member @taokat shares her experience of being a single mum and some tips for how to make it work. Read more
Teenagers moving out of the family home
Hear from Brianna and Tim on moving out of home and changing family dynamics. Read more
What parents think about...staying relevant
Staying relevant as your kids grow older can be a challenge so we spoke to a bunch of parents to get their top tips. Read more
Raising an emotionally intelligent child
Emotional intelligence can help your child manage and express themselves more effectively. Read more
How to support your teen around January 26
January 26, or 'Australia Day,' can be a tough time. Here's some tips on how to support your teenager. Read more