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Is your texting teen a liar?

Does your teen lie when texting you? Would you know if they were? Read More

Mom arrested for buying crash-teen alcohol

A woman bought alcohol for a teen who later died in a drunken driving crash. Read More

Slimmer kid, higher score?

Controversial diet guru recommends giving slim kids higher marks. Read More

Help beat underage drinking

ARA has a strategy for the prevention of underage alcohol purchasing. Read More

Sex at home? Sure thing, kids!

South African parents, would you allow your teen to have sex in your house? Read More

Madonna gets sexy and embarrasses her daughter

She's gyrating with a dancer and wearing a barely there outfit. Frankly, I think it's sad but I'm not surprised. Read More

Dakota Fanning's ad banned

This Marc Jacobs perfume ad featuring Dakota Fanning has been banned for being too sexual. Do you agree? Read More

Disabled daughter beaten by judge

A judge has been caught on camera beating his disabled teenage daughter. Read More

"My daughter has special needs..."

"...And that's okay. She may be different but she's still my precious daughter." Read More

"Quit smoking, kid!"

Could counselling sessions with a school nurse really help high school students quit smoking? Read More

Foods for studying students

Matrics face many challenges during their final exams but a balanced diet is one way to make sure they perform at their best. Read More

Q&A With Our Experts

Q I have a 16 year old son, who goes out every weekend, and suddenly everything is a secret. He is like a puppy and he will follow anyone and do anything. I am so upset because he’s with people who drinks alcohol & smoking marijuana he knows education is important and he is not passing year 11, so he has to do it again next year but I don’t want him to go to that high school anymore. Is sending him to a boarding school the answer or is it too late?
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