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Don't be afraid of artificial intelligence and social media

Artificial intelligence and social media raise many new questions for parents and children. These four books offer guidance.

A teenage girl on her mobile. The topic is education and career choices.

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«Why bother with an education when AI will soon take over all the jobs?»

Moana, 17, is facing the decision of what career to choose – and has her doubts. Why bother with an apprenticeship when AI will soon be taking over all the jobs? Youth coach Sarah Zanoni has some advice.

A frustrated teenager is sitting on the floor in his room. Tidying up.

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«My mum is never happy when I tidy my room»

Mason, aged 14, tidies his room regularly. Yet it always ends in an argument – because his mum is never satisfied. Youth coach Sarah Zanoni has some advice.

A teenager in front of the mirror. Zanoni’s column: Privacy and boundaries.

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«My mum comes into my room without knocking!»

Tim, 15, has had enough of his mum just walking into his room without knocking. Youth coach Sarah Zanoni shows him how to set boundaries.

Changing schools. A young girl sits on a flight of stairs, looking sad.

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«I'm really scared about changing schools»

A new town, a new class, new teachers – 10-year-old Magdalena is really worried about starting at a new school. Youth coach Sarah Zanoni has some advice.

Girls at the swimming pool who are on their periods

Just ask Sarah

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«Having your period at the swimming pool – it's so embarrassing»

Annika, aged 14, does not want to take part in swimming lessons whilst she is on her period. Youth coach Sarah Zanoni has some advice.

Illustration by Lukas Linder, he is the father of a son and writes a column for Fritz+Fränzi.

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I hope my child won't have it much worse

Our columnists are plagued by fears about the future: what sort of world will his son one day live in? And does reading aloud help whilst the world is coming to an end?

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4 tips on how to be better at putting our mobile phones away

Before we criticise our children for their smartphone use, parents should first find their own balance. A guide.

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Is it OK for me to be friends with my child?

The key factor here is what parents understand by a friendly relationship with their child, writes Fabian Grolimund.

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What type of organiser are you?

Everyone has a different sense of order. What is needed to reduce conflicts in everyday family life.

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4 fantastic audio recommendations for children and teenagers

Audiobooks, radio plays and music are a wonderful way to immerse yourself in other worlds. Our columnist presents four new releases.

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A healthy culture of debate online: how our children learn this

Even children and teenagers are picking up on the unfiltered tone of speech found online. A healthy culture of debate within the family can help prevent this.

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Not another farewell!

Our columnist is struggling to keep up with the pace at which his son is growing up. Fortunately, he finds a loophole that helps him cope.

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Why boys are falling behind at school

At a crucial stage in their school years, girls have a more biologically mature brain than boys. What boys need to perform better.

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How AI can support learning

Hardly any other topic is generating more interest at the moment than AI. We've heard enough about the risks. But what about the opportunities?

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«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?

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Let's talk about porn literacy!

Pornography is just a click away on the internet. This makes it all the more important for young people to learn how to correctly classify explicit content.

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Parental dispute: Who is being immature here?

There is a conflict brewing in our columnist's relationship. How should parents argue without hurting themselves and their child?

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Through mistakes to success

The fear of making mistakes blocks the learning process. The method of productive failure counteracts this.

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«Prevention can only succeed if everyone pulls together.»

The «freii» app helps children use their mobile phones more responsibly. We asked the project manager how prevention works.

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Children copy their parents' body image

To give children a positive body image, parents must start with themselves, writes our columnist.

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1-0 for Dad despite Mätschli massacre

Our columnist gives his all at his son's nursery football match. In the end, only Pippi Longstocking can help.

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Four cosy games from Switzerland

Animal tamer, shadow puppeteer, nature guardian or master of disguise – these four games are not only popular with children and young people.

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Supporting sensitive children through the Christmas season

Stress during Advent and Christmas can quickly overwhelm children who are sensitive to stimuli.

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