(i) Providing your child with positive attention to show you are there for them

• Devote time to do activities that they enjoy

• Regardless of the activity, it will help to build memories and strengthen your parent-child bond

• Encourage them to explore their interests and strengths as this helps build their self-esteem and independence

For younger children:

• For younger children who enjoy drawing and colouring, consider bringing them to parks or the beach to create art pieces together

For older children:

• For older children, celebrate their accomplishments, share their disappointments, and support their hobbies to show them their interests are important to you (e.g. suggest they invite their friends to join in family activities or even offer a ride to their friends after co-curricular activities)

• Put aside your devices when engaging in activities with your child or when having conversations with them

• This helps you to be fully present with them and role model what it means to be fully present for others

• Show them you are there for them and want to understand more about their thoughts and feelings, as well as what they are going through, especially when they need support, care, or help

• This is important as it may not always be obvious when your child has something on their mind