Noah’s Addiction DossierHealth14 min15 Questions about Addictive SubstancesHow do we talk to children about drugs? Should parents who smoke hide their habit? 15 answers from experts on addictive substances.
Special Feature: Addiction – First-person accountsHealth3 min«Cannabis has seared itself into my brain»At first he smoked weed for fun, then he couldn't function without a joint. Noah*, 18, has lost two apprenticeship places and much more as a result of his cannabis use.
Addiction Dossier: BenHealth6 min«We must not leave education to social media»Philip Bruggmann, Chief Physician at the Arud Centre in Zurich, on poly-drug use among young people, which is causing growing concern in the field of addiction medicine.
Claudia’s Addiction DossierHealth4 min«I was a master at pushing things out of my mind»Claudia, 52, a mother of two grown-up children, tried to drown the pain of old wounds in alcohol. She has been sober for four years.
Noah’s Addiction DossierPsychology17 minAddiction: Trapped in CravingExperiences with intoxication during adolescence: What are the risk factors? And how can parents best deal with the issue of addiction?
Addiction Dossier: BenHealth4 min«I've got to be passionate about something, otherwise it won't work out»Ben*, 19, took ecstasy, cocaine, cough syrup, tranquillisers and alcohol – until he collapsed. How he managed to break free from his addiction.
Addiction Dossier: BenEditorial blog2 minAddiction: Our theme for NovemberAlcohol, cannabis, pills or all at once: why are young people drawn to intoxicating substances? When does addiction become dangerous?
Family3 min«You would never have got away with that with me.»Memory is a chameleon, writes our columnist, and asks: Does the strictness of parenting really decrease from child to child?
Columns6 minSupporting sensitive children through the Christmas seasonStress during Advent and Christmas can quickly overwhelm children who are sensitive to stimuli.
A student concentrating and taking notes while working in a classroom with her classmates.School6 minWhen children open the button laterIt is the school's responsibility to nurture talent. That is why young people should only be grouped according to ability after upper secondary school.
Sad, frustrated young brunette woman is crying with smartphone in hands while she sits on the chair at apartmentPsychology6 min«Our son said that he no longer wants to live.»A worried mother calls the parents' helpline because her son has expressed suicidal thoughts. The counsellor helps her.
Plus-size middle-aged mum and teenage daughter working together on a laptop at home, academic support and parental assistanceMedia3 minEnsuring your child's safety onlineAdults need to show children how to stay safe online. An online parents' evening provides helpful tips on this topic.
Family2 min«Facing grief with strength»In order to meet the needs of families mourning the loss of a child, Eva-Maria Finkam has specialised in children's funerals.
Little boy eating a soft-boiled egg from a white egg cup.Nutrition4 minWhy vitamin D is so important for childrenVitamin D is crucial for strong bones and a healthy immune system. However, many children do not get enough of it – especially in winter.
Development11 min«Young people need to squirm a little in their boredom»Elisabeth Weybright observes that adolescents often struggle with boredom. Are they no longer able to tolerate uncomfortable feelings?
Medium shot of a young girl next to her mother who is supervising. The girl is wearing a green jumper and the mother is wearing a brown jumper. They are in the kitchen of their home located in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Videos are also available for this scenario.Family life12 minThe art of asking the right questionTalking to children can sometimes be difficult. How can parents keep the conversation going with their children – and when is it better to remain silent?
Caring mother hugging, comforting depressed upset teenage daughter, stressed unhappy teenager girl wearing hood sitting on bed, thinking about problems, feeling lonely and misunderstoodEducation8 minWhere to put all this heartache?Heartbreak eventually passes. But what should you do when your own child experiences heartbreak for the first time? A guide for parents.
Sick boy with a tissue in his hands in his home bed, with his mother touching his forehead.Health8 minWhat to do if your child has a feverMany parents feel uncertain when their child suddenly has a high fever. What should you bear in mind? And when should you take your child to the doctor?
Columns4 minAge limits for social media: take precautions instead of waitingA discussion paper examines the introduction of age limits in social media – and recommends pragmatic action.
