Education11 min«The school doesn't pick up the silent girls enough»Psychiatrist Michael Schulte-Markwort on stressed mothers, ambitious fathers and girls who refuse to face the world during puberty.
Education1 minHow to boost your child's self-confidenceDo you want your child to become more self-confident? To do this, you first need to be clear about how self-confidence can be strengthened.
Blog7 minThe Botox culture harms children's self-esteemMothers and fathers often don't realise the disastrous effects of their pursuit of the perfect life: children become obsessed with meaningless things - and even five-year-olds are preoccupied with how stupid, ugly or uncool they are instead of being happy and feeling secure.
Columns5 minAbout self-confidence and self-esteemWhat parents can do to strengthen their child's inner balance. And what they should not do in this regard.
Columns6 minPromoting personal responsibility in the childParents should enable their children to take on personal responsibility. However, they must not leave them to do this alone.
Education2 minHow to praise correctly: 5 tips for parentsParents praise their children with the best of intentions. Some studies show that not all praise has a meaningful effect.
Health12 min«We have forgotten how to find normal body shapes beautiful»Child psychiatrist Dagmar Pauli on false ideals, bad role models and signs by which parents can recognise the onset of an eating disorder.
Columns7 minHow can my child become self-confident?Children do not need exaggerated praise in order to become self-confident, but rather the authentic reaction of their parents.
Family Sebregondi_Self-love Photographed in Weiningen on 3 November 2019Development12 minThe value of loving yourselfThose who love themselves will also be better able to deal with life's difficulties. But how can children be taught to love themselves?
Brigitte Furter Theme 'Self-love' Photographed in Suhr (AG) on 9 November 2019Family3 minI say: «A child is not a mini-me»Mum Brigitte always wanted to support her daughters in their development, but first had to understand that this can look different from her own.
Health2 minTest your self-esteemThis test is a translation of the original English "Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale" self-assessment test for adults and children aged 12 and over.
Blog3 minA Beetle on InterrailFly, angel, fly! Or alternatively, take the train. Michèle Binswanger's daughter is travelling through Europe with Interrail.
Columns8 minYour child's future is now!Parents plan, organise and worry. Totally unnecessary, says Jesper Juul. It is much more important to treat our children honestly.
Columns10 minMaking children strong: 6 helpful tips for parentsGiving children resilience and inner strength is the goal of many parents. But what can you do specifically to strengthen your children's self-esteem?
Columns6 minChildren need recognition, not praiseSeven-year-old Lisa used to be a cheerful girl. Since going to school, she has become introverted and often aggressive. What to do? Jesper Juuls gives tips.
Young boy painting piano keys with brush. True artEducation5 minHow parents can encourage their children's creativityThere is little room for artistic creativity at school. This is where parents come in. Creativity increases self-esteem.
Columns6 minSelf-confidence and self-esteem: the strong childWe want children who know and utilise their strengths and accept their weaknesses. Here you can find out how you as parents can strengthen your child in everyday life.
