A new school specifically for autistic teenagers is opening in West Perth.
The spectrum of learning
More than words
Developmental Language Disorder is more common that autism and ADHD but fewer than 20 per cent of Australians have heard of it.
A different kind of brilliance
Is a special school the best option for supporting children with autism in WA?
“The misogyny of iron deficiency”
Iron deficiency is the most common condition for female university students, and it’s impacting study.
Netfix
Australian experts believe hit Netflix show Adolescence should be used in schools to teach important lessons about respectful relationships.
Manos-fear
With the seeming increase in misogynistic content, parents are wondering to what extent they need to monitor their kids online.
Branching out
A Perth council is examining an implementation of the Japanese Miyawaki forest method to enhance urban greening.
Logged in, tuned out
The cost-of-living crisis is forcing more students into online learning, but at what price?
The game blame
Addiction to devices continues to rise among young people, and the impacts are not just being felt in the home.
The unkindest cut
Female genital cutting is still practised in Singapore, but there is a growing movement for change.
Daycare payrises
The Australian Government has announced a pay increase for early childcare workers. Who missed out?
So you think you can’t write?
Melville’s Write Club project is helping school kids develop literacy skills and become published authors.
Is gaming the gateway?
Studies suggest children who play video games may be at higher risk of developing gambling addictions.
More Auslan in WA schools
More WA schools are signing on to include Auslan classes.
AI and the parent-child dynamic
AI is a growing part of family life, so we asked some experts for safety tips.
Tanned and trending
Tanning culture has long been part of Australian culture, but experts are warning about the dangers of seeking out a golden glow.
Parenting tech-nique
What are parents really giving their children when they hand over a smart device?