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Colman Noctor

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Colman Noctor: We need to reboot our approach to internet safety
Many programmes focus on teaching young people how to use technology safely, but they should also demonstrate how technology uses them.

Tue, 18 Feb, 2025

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Colman Noctor: Parenting a highly sensitive child brings its own rewards
Sensitive children often reflect on existential issues beyond their chronological age. They are usually ā€˜deep thinkers’ prone to overanalysing feelings and experiences. But this is not always a cause for worry. Sensitive children can be incredibly thoughtful and insightful, making them ferociously loyal friends and strong allies to have in your corner

Tue, 11 Feb, 2025

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Colman Noctor: Fact-checking three common myths about teenagersĀ 
Stop blaming teens, and fact-check the stereotypes instead

Tue, 04 Feb, 2025

Colman Noctor: I’ve yet to meet a nine-year-old who can safely manage their online life
Colman Noctor: I’ve yet to meet a nine-year-old who can safely manage their online life
We know that those who have grown up in a time when smartphone usage is a generation that sleeps less, socialise less and worries more than any previous generation

Tue, 28 Jan, 2025

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Colman Noctor: How to negotiate house rules with your young adult child
Parents of adult children who are living at home often find themselves in a difficult position

Tue, 21 Jan, 2025

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Colman Noctor: Shielding children from the culture of New Years' Resolutions
"While wanting to improve our lifestyle and choices is inherently good, it should not be a feature of childhood. That time of life should not be burdened with such adult-type pressures."

Tue, 07 Jan, 2025

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Colman Noctor: Contactless relationships do not add up for young peopleĀ Ā 
"We are witnessing the first generation who have not grown up on the street, road, or green, and the social and emotional consequences are becoming apparent."

Tue, 31 Dec, 2024

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Colman Noctor: Smartphones disconnect parents from their children
Smart technology can seriously undermine your relationship with your childĀ 

Tue, 24 Dec, 2024

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Colman Noctor: Building bridges with extended family paves the way for confident children
Extended family paves the way for confident children

Tue, 17 Dec, 2024

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Colman Noctor: Gender equality is about equal opportunity for boys and girls
As much as we aspire to be an equal-opportunity society, we still have some way to go

Tue, 10 Dec, 2024

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