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In this generation teens being on social media is inevitable: Teenagers are actively on social media almost, if not every day, consuming the content and experiencing many different types of people and lifestyles. It is important for a teen to know how to navigate social media in a safe and responsible way, and to protect and maintain their mental health.   Before teens join any social media their parents need to inform them about the dangers of the media, the potential predators and how to mitigate dangerous situations online. Parents need to balance respecting and trusting their children whilst monitoring

SETTING THEM UP FOR SUCCESS: WAYS YOU CAN MAKE ONLINE SCHOOL SUCCESSFUL FOR YOUR CHILD The COVID-19 pandemic has forced schools to shift to online learning, and this can be challenging for both parents and children. However, with the right approach, online schooling can be just as effective as traditional classroom learning. Here are some tips to make online schooling successful for your child: First and foremost, establish a routine. Children thrive on structure, and a consistent schedule will help them stay on track and engaged in their studies. This means setting specific times for waking up, starting schoolwork, taking

How Young People Should Cope: Building Resilience And Stress Management. Being a young person, you face a lot of trials and tribulations and sometimes you face them on your own. With the right coping skills, you as a young person can be able to overcome the current challenge and future challenges.   Resilience is an important part of life. As a young person it is important to understand how to bounce back from any kind of failure, disappointment or setback. It helps you cope with challenges and adversity in a healthy and productive way. This helps young people adjust  to

THERE IS ALWAYS A WAY: MENTAL HEALTH CONDITIONS AND WAYS TO OVERCOME THEM Mental health issues are becoming increasingly prevalent, and it is important to understand the different types of conditions that affect people. These conditions can range from anxiety and depression to more severe disorders such as bipolar and schizophrenia. Each of these conditions requires a unique approach to treatment and care, and it is important to seek help from trained professionals. DIFFERENT MENTAL HEALTH CONDITIONS One of the most common mental health issues is anxiety. Anxiety can manifest itself in many ways, including panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and

My name is Nuru Gitau, and I am a year 12 student at Caplora school. I joined Caplora in September of 2022, and from the time I joined I was immediately immersed into a collaborative learning environment. I do three subjects; English, History, Sociology and my teachers are always available for questions (within reasonable times of course). This makes studying easier, when I am stuck on a question all I need to do is call or text my teacher and I will receive a response within 20 minutes. I have learnt a variety of soft skills like responsibility, the teachers