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OpinionGREAT SEXPECTATIONS: I think my 15-year-old daughter is having sex with her boyfriend, what should I say to her?
In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ the Woman Alive panel answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us a confidential email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, we tackle; what to say to your teenager if you think they’re having sex.
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OpinionTeenage girls in Colombia have been rushed to hospital after playing with Ouija boards – here’s why it is so dangerous
A group of school children reportedly suffered signs of fainting, anxiety and other symptoms at the Galeras Educational Institution in Galeras following a séance session, believed by some to be a way for the living to communicate with the dead.
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OpinionI’m a Christian mum-of-three and here’s why every parent should keep their kids offline for as long as possible
Mum Anna’s oldest daughter is just seven years old but she’s already feeling the effects of technology as her friends are less interested in connecting and more interested in their phones.
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OpinionSamson was the original difficult teenager but God loved and rejoiced in him - so take heart if yours is hard work at the moment
God isn’t afraid of difficult teens and even had one of his own in Samson. Here, author Hilary Higgins, explains why you should take heart if you’re struggling with your child’s adolescence as you have no idea what God will call them to.
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OpinionVideo game addiction in young people tripled over the pandemic, here’s how to spot the signs
Gaming addiction in young people increased drastically in recent years. Addiction specialist Lauren Windle explains how to spot the signs and what you can do if you’re concerned for your children.
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OpinionWho’s protecting our kids?
Restored director Bekah Legg believes parents have a pivotal part to play in protecting young people from physical and online abuse
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OpinionCoping with overnight fame: five prayers for Emma Raducanu
Alastair McIver explores what lies ahead for British tennis champion Emma Raducanu
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Opinion‘Let’s stop treating suicide as a crime or sin’
Having lost her son to suicide, Jill Baker marks World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September) by placing a lit candle in a window. She invites us to join her, and to reflect on the way we talk about suicide and support those around us who are struggling. She believes we can do better.
