Avoiding the post-year 12 blues

Young people can struggle after leaving the comfort of school routines and slump after the stress of Year 12 exams, so here are some research-informed strategies to help support them as they embark on the next chapter of their lives.

Ancient angst

As we near the end of Year 12 and the HSC, young people all over Australia and wondering what comes next, but rest assured, some of history’s greats went through it too.

Rethinking adolescence over time

The concept of adolescence has changed significantly in the last century and researchers are still working to improve our understanding of the contemporary complexities of this much maligned – and misunderstood – age group.