Amid the social media ban and rising youth concerns, how do you guide and communicate with your child?

In Usap Tayo, we discussed how young people in Australia are grappling with rising living costs, mental health pressures and climate anxiety; we also talked about how Filipino parents can communicate more openly with teens who have grown up locally.

It can be difficult for a teenager to ask for help because they are trying to prove their independence, according to Beyond Blue. Credit: Storyblocks / SirikornT

Key Points

• Mission Australia’s latest youth survey shows cost of living, mental health and climate change are the biggest worries among young people in Australia.
• Parents of teens who grew up in Australia often face communication gaps shaped by culture, independence and changing expectations.
• Experts like Beyond Blue suggest practical steps for healthier conversations with teens, including listening more, asking open questions and respecting their need for autonomy.

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Sa gitna ng social media ban at pangamba ng mga kabataan, paano mo ginagabayan ang anak mo?

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