Things to try: Supportive parenting

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.

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Helping your teen cope with change

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Navigating racism with your teen, for parents

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Help your teenager develop their strengths

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What to do when your teen withdraws from you

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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.

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.

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 each of the parenting styles to support your teenager.

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Checking in with the Roulettes

FLTLT Berryman shares why it’s always important to check in with yourself and those around you.

Your guide to connecting with parents and carers online

Get support and chat to other parents and carers in our peer support forums.

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Dealing with disturbing content

From Netflix to YouTube, we give you the tools to approach disturbing content with your teenager.

Parents as positive role models

Learn how to be a good role model for your child as they go through adolescence.

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How to support your child's dreams

Rebecca and Tammy chat about the importance of supporting what your child is passionate about.

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.

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.

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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.

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Teenagers moving out of the family home

Hear from Brianna and Tim on moving out of home and changing family dynamics.

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What parents think about...staying relevant

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Raising an emotionally intelligent child

Emotional intelligence can help your child manage and express themselves more effectively.

How to support your teen around January 26

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