When fiction mirrors fear, even the strongest reader flinches. Medusa is powerful, painful and unforgettable
The absence of fathers affects the development of children and has detrimental consequences for families and society
A new initiative aims to bring hope for South African families to achieve warm, loving and secure homes
Social and economic restrictions for the women of South Africa stubbornly remain
A student wellness consultant gives advice on how to cope with – and overcome – examination anxiety
They learnt violence at home and in society which is marred by inequality and poverty
"Perhaps a feminist deity gave birth to feminist sons so they could raise the sort of men they would have wanted to be surrounded by."
More than three decades into the HIV epidemic, some conversations haven’t become any easier. This is one of them.
Find out which nordic nation radically cut teenage smoking, drinking and drug use and how they did it.
Playtime isn’t just about fun and games – find out why it’s an important part of young children’s development.
Parents and their offspring find it hard to talk openly about sex, but they should.
The day started off pleasantly enough with a warm goodbye to the parents, after which the minors arranged themselves in front of the TV.
Parents can lose their children and it’s usually as a result of controlling behaviour.
A four-year-old boy learns that there are times when bullies need to find out the hard way that they have no right to abuse other children.
Research in Alex township shows that "effective parenting" in one culture won’t necessarily yield the same results in another, writes Nicola Dawson.
A company calling itself “a sleep innovation leader” has launched the SleepIQ Kids, a “smart bed” for kids, boasting a range of features.
At what age should a child have a cellphone? There is no easy answer, but there are guidelines.
Without a father figure of your own, being a dad can be something of an emotional challenge, writes Mbuyiselo Botha.
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/ 1 November 2013
Are parents are setting a bad example by letting their children see them in a drunken state?
Truly hearing is a skill that can be learned, practised and improved.
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/ 3 February 2012
There is no right or wrong formula for raising a child.
United Kingdom Prime Minister David Cameron and author Amy Chua do not appear to have all that much in common, writes <b>Nicole Fritz</b>.
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/ 1 February 2011
Parents often feel torn between giving their children attention and doing domestic tasks.