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Why parents need to be like Big Ted and ‘talk aloud’ while they use screens with their kids

  • Written by Kate Highfield, Associate Professor, Early Childhood Education Academic Lead, University of Canberra

Screen use and internet safety are two of the top concerns Australian parents have about their kids’ health and wellbeing – even ranking ahead of diet, exercise and depression.

We know it’s important to teach children how to be safe around technology. But it can be really hard to know where to start, or when.

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Understanding AED Defibrillator: Meaning, Uses, and Importance

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An AED defibrillator is a portable device used to treat people who are experiencing sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). The AED defibrillator meaning refers to a machine that can assess a person’s heart rh...

How to Maintain Your Oral Health During Stressful Times

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Life can be a bit like an Australian outback road—full of twists, turns, and the occasional bump. During these hectic, stressful times, it’s all too easy to let your oral health fall by the wayside...

The impact of visual art on mental health and productivity

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In a world where stress and anxiety often take center stage, the presence of visual art in our daily environments offers a quiet yet profound counterbalance. Posters and paintings are not just decor...