Forever young? The rise of anti-ageing
For people who see growing old in negative terms, anti-ageing treatments are understandably attractive when they claim to reverse the signs of ageing and prevent disease. However, these treatments – which can include hormone therapies, supplements such as resveratrol,...
Does this mean my child is gay?
Some classical behaviours can make a parent ask: 'Is my child gay or lesbian?' For example, a boy dresses up in his mother's shoes or your child engaging in same gender sexual play such as 'playing doctors'. The short answer is usually 'No'. Such behaviours usually...
The latest on video games for kids
Video games are considered to be part of overall screen time that also includes TV and computers. The recommended amount of screen time each day for children is: 0 hours for 0-2 year olds 1 hour for 2-5 year olds 2 hours of entertainment for 5-17 year olds. The...
Teenagers coping with rejection
Rejection hurts – but what should you do about it? You can avoid rejection by not trying anything new. However the downside of this approach is: Nothing tried, nothing gained. The better alternative may be accepting that rejection is a normal part of life and learning...