A teenage boy brushing his hair in the bathroom mirrorPuberty2 min«I can only protect what I value»The MFM project is a sex education and prevention programme for girls and boys approaching puberty. Course leader Roland Demel explains how it works.
Wide-angle shot of friends standing in the kitchen, with a blonde woman in the centre juggling oranges and laughingNutrition4 minCyclical dieting: does it work, or is it overrated?Sometimes a bigger appetite, sometimes less energy: many women notice the effects of their cycle in their eating habits. But what's really going on?
Photo of a teenage boy doing his homework at homeFamily4 min«I'm afraid to tell my parents about my poor grades»Twelve-year-old Simon is worried about disappointing his parents with poor grades. Youth coach Sarah Zanoni has some advice.
Dossier: Authority Magazine – Fritz & FränziEducation3 min«It's all about striking the right balance»Corina Schäfer wants to provide her teenagers with guidance in their daily lives and set clear boundaries – whilst at the same time giving them the space to learn from their own experiences.
Family life9 minModern nomads: Maila the dog always comes alongMaila, the Dansky bitch, has so far remained in the background in our travel blogger's posts, yet she plays a central role in family life.
Smartphone3 min«Sometimes I wish someone would take my mobile away from me»Mia is one of those teenagers who use their mobile phone without any set rules. Her parents don't monitor either her screen time or the content she views.
Columns4 min«I always get bored in restaurants!»Fourteen-year-old Alexander isn't allowed to use his mobile phone in the restaurant and is annoyed. Youth coach Sarah Zanoni has some advice.
Media competence16 minWhat effect does hours of scrolling have on young people?When one video follows another, young people find it hard to put their mobile phones down. What are the consequences of endless scrolling?
Portrait of a young man using a phone to take a selfie, taking a break from working out in a gym, running on a treadmill, healthy lifestyle and cardio exercise at a fitness clubMedia2 min«Recognising warning signs and keeping the lines of communication open»The allure of the Manosphere? Psychologist Markus Theunert explains how to protect your child from toxic masculinity online.
a young teenager at home looking at their mobile phoneSmartphone3 min«Without rules, I'd be on my mobile for much longer»Elijah, 13, got his first mobile phone when he was 11. He has to hand in his smartphone during lessons.
A Caucasian teenage boy lying on a bed, holding a smartphone close to his face and staring at the screen with a tired expression, showing signs of gadget addiction in a bedroom settingSmartphone3 min«When other people talk about Instagram or Snapchat, I think: What on earth are they for?»Noe, 13, isn't allowed to use social media, but he doesn't feel he's missing out on anything. The secondary school pupil has Tourette's syndrome and ADHD.
A father and daughter talking about teenage problemsMedia4 minChildren targeted by online scammersYoung people are often the victims of cybercriminals. These criminals mercilessly exploit adolescents’ naivety and thirst for adventure.
Lilian Sigg and her two friends, Eleni and Livia – a feature/report on teenage friendships in the digital ageEditorial blog2 minFriendship in the digital age: our theme for AprilAlways connected, always available: How do digital media influence the way young people experience friendship today?
Puberty6 min«Our daughter doesn't follow any rules»A mother has contacted the parents’ helpline for advice because she no longer knows how to deal with her teenage daughter's defiance.
Columns6 minHow AI can support learningHardly any other topic is generating more interest at the moment than AI. We've heard enough about the risks. But what about the opportunities?
Columns3 minWhat the daughter gets up to on her first trip with her parentsEver since her eldest daughter moved away, our columnist's family has been facing unprecedented situations.
Lee and his mother Tamara Parham – a feature/report on friendship among young people in the digital ageSmartphone15 minConnected 24/7: Friendship in the digital ageThe digital generation: How is the nature of friendships changing? What are the opportunities and risks? And what should parents be aware of?
Media8 min«Loneliness is often linked to low self-esteem»More and more young people are suffering from loneliness. Susanne Bücker explains what helps children and young people build lasting friendships.
Julia Wohlfahrt – Feature/report on friendship among young people in the digital ageMedia2 min«Good friendships take time to develop»Julia, 16, is a boarding school pupil on Lake Constance. She knows what it means to maintain friendships across long distances.
Lilian and her two friends, Elena and Livia – a feature/report on teenage friendships in the digital ageSmartphone3 minBest friends: «With you lot, I know exactly what you mean»Three friends talk about how their use of smartphones has changed over the years and when they make a conscious decision not to use them.
Smartphone3 min«If someone's always on their mobile, it gets on your nerves after a while»Lee, 13, talks about how he and his friends use digital media. His mum, Tamara, discusses their family's mobile phone rules and what really matters.
Lilian Sigg and her two friends, Eleni and Livia – a feature/report on teenage friendships in the digital ageSmartphone2 minWhich apps do teenagers like best?The four favourites are no strangers to us. What's striking is that all these apps are designed for communicating with friends.
Columns5 min«My child has so much potential, but they're lazy!»When children adopt a minimalist lifestyle, it can cause frustration for parents. What are the reasons for this? And what can be done about it?
Anna Breit / Connected ArchivesSexuality2 minMy child is in love! 7 tips for parentsSexologist Laila Schläfli knows how parents can best support their teenagers when it comes to questions about love and sexuality.
