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How language gets into the head

"Mother tongue doesn't just start when children begin to utter their first words." Neuropsychologist Martin Meyer outlines how language develops in the child's brain.

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Parental sensitivity and attachment

"A secure bond is the basis for success in various areas of life," says Guy Bodenmann. The psychologist explains the role that parental sensitivity plays in this.

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Myths and facts about childhood

"Child development takes place at different levels - and at different speeds for each child," says Oskar Jenni.

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Success factor «School self-confidence»

"I can do it" and "I'll get something out of it" - in the view of renowned educational researcher Ulrich Trautwein, these are the two most important formulas for successful, easy learning.

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Children on the road to success?

"A child's successful development does not depend on good grades," says Margrit Stamm. She points out which life skills parents should encourage in their children.

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The child's brain in the digital age

How do we as parents and carers meet the challenge that adolescents are more "at risk" of succumbing to addictions of various kinds? Prof Dr Lutz Jäncke provides information.

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Born early - late consequences?

"How do premature babies develop?" Bea Latal is Co-Head of Developmental Paediatrics at the Children's Hospital, Zurich. She specialises in developmental risks. In her lecture, she gives everyday tips on what strengthens premature babies.

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The everyday media life of children

"Parents and teachers can do a lot to help children develop media skills," says Daniel Süss.

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Accompanying children as they learn

"Positive relationships are the basis for children's development," says Sonja Perren. The professor of development and education in early childhood teaches at the University of Konstanz, among other places.