Elderly loved ones can struggle to maintain their independence during the later stages of their lives, particularly when things like mobility and vision become an issue. Sometimes, the best way to care for these people in our lives, and make sure we can enjoy as much quality time with them as possible before they’re gone, […] … learn more→
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What teens see in closed online spaces like the Discord app
Ever since the earliest days of the internet in the 1980s, getting online has meant getting involved in a community. Initially, there were dial-up chat servers, email lists and text-based discussion groups focused on specific interests. Since the early 2000s, mass-appeal social media platforms have collected these small spaces into bigger ones, letting people find their own little corners […] … learn more→
Cooking as a family, another way to learn about taste
In a context where meals are tending to break down, where prepared meals are invading the shelves and where obesity is gaining ground, how can children be taught to eat well? In L’alimentation à découvert , sociologist Jean-Pierre Corbeau pleads for food education that goes beyond simple nutritional education. He also recalls that: <em“the role of the family, the […] … learn more→
Why your kid won’t put down the smartphone – it’s not your fault
Nearly three-quarters of parents are concerned that their kids’ use of mobile devices may be harmful to them or to family relationships – and that was from research done before the pandemic. But it’s not parents’ – or the kids’ – fault. Every time a parent and child try to turn off a game or put a device down, […] … learn more→
Five top tips to consider before getting a canine companion
Are you a cat or dog person? Perhaps you’re both. During the pandemic many people indulged their urge for an animal companion and there was a huge increase in dog ownership. As we move towards spring maybe you’re thinking of taking the leap, and welcoming a dog into your home. Living with a canine friend has […] … learn more→
Do gifts really make children happy?
Children grow up in an environment where consumption is omnipresent. From a very young age, they accompany their parents to stores where they find themselves exposed to temptations of all kinds, between toys, sweets or merry-go-rounds. When their birthday approaches, or the end-of-year holiday period, they never run out of ideas to draw up the list […] … learn more→
4 reasons why you should never say ‘do your research’ to win the argument
It’s fairly common to see many claims or arguments end with a curt “do your research”. In some ways, it’s a bold call to action. “Come on people! Wake up! You’ll see the truth of the matter if only you see it with your own eyes!” This type of statement is highly evocative and persuasive […] … learn more→
How young people perceive dating violence on the internet
Mobile phones and social networks are part of everyday life for boys and girls. Recent data from the National Institute of Statistics indicate this: almost 100% of those under 16 years of age use the Internet on a daily basis and more than 95% have a mobile phone. The digital context has become a key scenario in which […] … learn more→
Top causes of stress in the modern workplace
Stress is an extremely detrimental mental state for employees and employers alike. Individuals suffering chronic stress can have mental and physical health problems, such as depression, anxiety, high blood pressure and stroke. Meanwhile, organizations with stressed workforces likely suffer from lower productivity, lower-quality services and high employee turnover. It benefits workers and workplaces to identify […] … learn more→
On screens, helping children become informed consumers
The “Facebook files” affair confirms what many researchers have been talking about for a long time: social networks can have deleterious effects on the well-being of young people who use them without moderation. By comparing their life with that, fantasized, of their contacts, some would be drawn into the spiral of eating disorders, depression and even suicidal impulses. […] … learn more→
