Supporting Young People with Exam Stress
8 May 2026
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Exam stress is common among young people around the world. Pressure from teachers, schools, family members and wider society can make young people feel like
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Peer Difficulties and Adolescent Mental Health
20 March 2026
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Peer victimisation, often referred to as bullying, is a type of interpersonal violence or harm that takes place between friends or peers. Peer victimisation can involve physical violence, verbal insults, emotional manipulation, or relational harm, such as spreading rumours or social exclusion.
Taking Self-Harm Seriously
18 November 2024
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When a young person is self-harming, it’s normal for parents to be unsure what to do. But the most important thing to remember is that self-harm always requires support from a mental health professional. Regardless of the way a young person is self-harming, their communication, or your own emotions, you should seek professional help.
Supporting a Young Person with Depression
29 August 2024
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Depression is a mental health disorder that interferes with a young person’s daily life and ability to do the things they normally would. It’s often difficult for a young person with depression to feel better without additional support. However, effective treatment can help young people to recover, make positive changes, and enjoy life.
School Refusal: How Parents Can Help
18 March 2024
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School avoidance can have a big impact on young people’s well-being and futures, but change is possible. Sometimes, schools can adapt parts of their programs to address the issues that are making a young person anxious. Some young people require professional support to address anxiety disorders that may underlie school refusal.
The Microbiome, Anxiety, and Early Life Adversity
16 January 2024
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Our minds and our guts are closely connected. The gut’s microbiome, a community of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, and fungi that live in the digestive system, synthesises many of the neurotransmitters (hormones) that regulate our mood, stress, and sleep. A healthy microbiome is linked to better mental health, a stronger immune system, and better digestion.
When Young Adults Move Back Home: How Families Can Successfully Navigate the Challenges
8 October 2026
It’s become increasingly common for young adults to move back into the family home. Whether prompted by rising living costs, housing affordability challenges, career changes,
The Wave’s Program for the Enrichment of Relational, Communication and Social Skills (PERCS)
1 October 2026
Relationships are a cornerstone of young people’s well-being. Close and trusting friendships provide a sense of belonging and meaning, emotional support and a foundation of
The Wave’s International Community
24 September 2026
Community is at the heart of The Wave’s philosophy. It’s central to our treatment approach and our understanding of mental health and well-being. It’s also
