Infection Control and Prevention
Infections are common in children and often lead to illness. Children first enter early childhood education and care services when their immune systems are still developing. They may not have been exposed to many common germs that cause infections and…
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How Vaccines prevent Infectious Diseases
The immune system is your body’s natural defense system. The first time you are exposed to a virus or bacteria, the immune system can be slow to make antibodies. That is because it does not recognize the virus or bacteria.…
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Anxiety in Teenagers with Disability or Chronic Conditions
Among teenagers, anxiety is very common, especially when they face unfamiliar, dangerous, or stressful situations. Anxiety is a normal reaction to challenging situations. Even for most teenagers, anxiety does not last and goes away on its own. For some teenagers,…
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About Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders are common mental health problems that affect many people. Everyone experiences anxiety and fear at times – these are normal and helpful human emotions that help us deal with danger. Anxiety becomes a disorder when it is irrational,…
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Dealing with Anger
Anger affects people in different ways. Some people have a ‘short fuse’ and get angry easily. Others seem to get angry after a long time. The best way to resolve an argument is to negotiate with the other person. Well-managed…
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Social distancing with babies and small children
If you are feeling overwhelmed by all the advice on how to keep your family well, you are not alone. The COVID-19 pandemic has left many parents confused and unsure. One thing is certain, staying home and social distancing is…
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Talking about your mental health problems
It is hard to talk to people about how you feel. You may be worried that they would not take your feelings seriously. You may also be worried about what will happen after you tell them your problems. If you…
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The Middle Years: Time to promote Wellbeing and Learning
The middle years, defined from 8 to 14 years, is a sensitive time of development when environmental effects are strong, and the impact of intervention might be greatest. Puberty dominates this period, bringing a cascade of physical, biological, social and…
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