Health & Safety

A former teacher has received a substantial sum after suffering “soul-destroying” workplace bullying - which drove her to attempt suicide – at the hands of her principal at a regional New South Wales primary school.

At this point in time, research findings indicate that schools can talk about self-harm and suicide positively and safely when approached in the right way.

Members of police and security forces, those joining the armed forces have to pledge to abide by codes of conduct and ethics. This academic asks why not compel teachers to formally take an oath? Or is their ethical standards agreement enough?

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines have never been more important to Australia’s future. Is it time to get science labs better resourced at a primary level?

Principals in one state are flourishing as a result of research-based initiative, designed to reduce burnout and boost efficiency for principals.

Deadly snake species call Australia home and correct first aid treatment is vital. St John Ambulance is urging teachers and school leaders to educate themselves and exercise caution.

While we often hear about the negative impact social media has on children, the use of sites like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram is not a one-size-fits-all activity. Children use it in a wide variety of ways – some of which are adding value to their lives.

Children who reportedly played electronic games for over one hour per day were identified by their teachers as having poor attention span, less ability to stay on task, and displaying more emotional difficulties.

A new Australian study shows that teenagers who have been both a victim and a bully are at greatest risk of mental health problems, including self-harm and suicidal thoughts.

Young people get a huge amount of their news from social media feeds, where false, exaggerated or sponsored content is often prevalent. With the right tools, caregivers can give kids the knowledge they need to assess credible information for themselves.