Education13 min«If we parents play learning police, we won't achieve anything»Stress and grades demotivate many children and prevent them from learning, says developmental psychologist Moritz Daum in this month's interview.
Uncategorized DE12 min«We parents do less wrong than we think»Sarah Zanoni pleads for mums and dads to learn methods that enable them to react calmly but clearly in stressful everyday family life.
Education2 min5 tips on how parents can strengthen their relationship with their child"Parents should take a genuine interest in their child's world," says Sarah Zanoni. More tips on how to boost your child's self-confidence.
Learning11 min20 tips to make learning more funFocussing at the crucial moment is no easy task for many children. Parents can make learning easier for their children with these tips.
Development10 min«Children cannot develop beyond their potential»Paediatrician Oskar Jenni says that every child is unique and develops at their own pace. We should recognise the differences instead of seeing them as disruptive.
Development12 minWhen children grow up - an opportunity for parentsDevelopmental psychologist Pasqualina Perrig-Chiello knows the feelings of parents when their children are growing up
Education13 min«Is it still justifiable to bring children into the world?»Philosopher Barbara Bleisch in a big interview about the responsibility of being a parent and becoming a parent in a changing climate.
Family14 minDagmar Rösler: «Some parents arrive at school like warships»Dagmar Rösler, Switzerland's top teacher, demands more respect from parents. And the LCH President sees a great deal of catching up to do when it comes to day schools.
Blog4 minWhat is it like if the grandparents live far away?How do you keep in touch with grandparents who live abroad? Andrea Widmer answers Evelin Hartmann's question.
Health12 minMrs Schwager, how do you protect children from sexual abuse?Every third to fifth girl is sexually abused in childhood. How can parents protect their children? Interview with psychotherapist Regula Schwager.
Blog6 minHolidays in the same place: boring or beautifully familiar?Year after year, Evelin goes on holiday with her family to a place where her husband used to go when he was a child. What's that like?"
Family14 min«There is no shortage of teachers»Beat W. Zemp has chaired the umbrella organisation of Swiss teachers LCH for 30 years. He leaves office this July. The big interview.
Health13 min«Suicide attempts have increased tenfold»Adolescent psychiatrist Gregor Berger on suicide attempts, depression in adolescence and the importance of a stable parent-child relationship.
Education11 min«Parents don't all have to love their children the same»Jürg Frick says parents don't have to treat all children the same. His attitude to favourite children and negative feelings.
ADHD12 minSusanne Walitza, why do so many schoolchildren take Ritalin?A new guideline recommends administering Ritalin even in moderately severe cases of ADHD. Adolescent psychiatrist Susanne Walitza on the correct dosage.
Blog4 minHow do you deal with bilingualism?In our series "We ask ourselves ..." we ask each other questions in the editorial office. The parents speak High German - the children speak Swiss German?
Blog11 minA real hit for children: gift tips from the editorial teamChristmas is coming. But what are children really looking forward to? The hard-hitting gift tips tested for you in the editorial families.
Columns12 minMrs Jensen, how do you build a good relationship with your child?Whether with parents or teachers: Learning takes place in relationships, says Helle Jensen. The psychologist talks about natural authorities, mindfulness and authenticity.
Columns3 minRecording: Children and young people under pressureTalk at the Kulturpark in Zurich on the topic: Burnout and stress in children. What can parents do?
Family13 minMr Largo, what is lacking in our education system?Remo Largo. Switzerland's best-known paediatrician talks about today's mass society, overburdened children and new ways of living together.
Family10 min«Pushing a child is useless»Education expert Urs Moser on equal opportunities, cantonal differences in grammar schools and parental support without pressure.
Development10 min«Parents have little influence on school success»When children start school, parents and teachers should adjust their expectations to the child's abilities, says Oskar Jenni.
Education11 minVerbal violence - when words hurt a child's soulIt's not just slaps in the face that can hurt. Psychological violence is the most common form of violence, says psychologist and curative educator Franz Ziegler.
Blog14 minEllen Ringier: «Discipline was everything. And sport»Ellen Ringier, President of the Elternsein Foundation and publisher of Fritz+Fränzi, looks back on her eventful life.