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Parenting your Child or Teenager 0

April 30th, 2013 by Sheila

The child/teen labelled ‘wonderful’ following high achievement often develops Performance Anxiety, Perfectionism or addiction to success. more →

Junior Cert, Leaving Cert help with exams 0

March 26th, 2013 by Sheila

Stress and Exams

I have learnt from my mistakes regarding exams and what teenagers need and hope you find this helpful. more →

Set an good example for your teenager regarding alcohol 0

September 12th, 2012 by Sheila

As a parent of teenagers I am aware of the dangers of teenage drinking. As adults we need to set a good example regarding our own alcohol use. Third year (Junior Cert year) is identified as the most vulnerable year. more →

Junior Cert Night 1

September 11th, 2012 by Sheila

The Junior Certificate results are out shortly and the newspapers will highlight again the problem of underage drinking. more →

Teens & Alcohol 1

July 6th, 2012 by Sheila

As the parent of teenage girls I am aware of the dangers of teenage drinking. more →

Tips for Parents of students sitting Leaving Cert and Junior Cert exams 0

May 18th, 2012 by Sheila

Focus on the relationship, not the study and as you deepen your relationship with your teenager, it becomes safe for them to share their worries and concerns. more →

Leaving Cert and Junior Cert starting now 0

June 8th, 2011 by Sheila Leaving Cert and Junior Cert starting now

See the Irish Times article from todays paper about the beginning of the Leaving and Junior Cert more →

Interesting Parenting Articles in the media this week 0

June 1st, 2011 by Sheila Interesting Parenting Articles in the media this week

Here is a line up of the interesting Parenting articles I have found in the Media this week: more →

Have you a child preparing for the Junior Cert or Leaving Cert? 0

April 30th, 2011 by Sheila Have you a child preparing for the Junior Cert or Leaving Cert?

Facing your first (or second) big exam is a major challenge for son or daughter and there are things you can do to help and support more →