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How much do friends influence teens’ mental health?
A major Finnish study found that people whose peers had been diagnosed with a mental health condition – such as anxiety or depression – were more likely to develop a mental health condition themselves. But it has some limitations.
July 3, 2026
The importance of connection while parenting teenagers
What teenagers often need most is not advice but understanding, says counsellor Sharon Grima
June 21, 2026
Student summer programme returns with more activities
Heritage Malta's expanded programme will see children and teens aged 6 to 14 in hands-on experiences at museums and heritage sites
June 20, 2026
Worried about your child’s sleep?
Research suggests to keep screens out of bedrooms and limit iPads before bed
June 16, 2026
Children invited to become junior rangers
The year-long educational programme is designed for children aged six to 10 years
June 9, 2026
Are we bubble-wrapping children?
Counsellor Cynthianne Cardona says that small disappointments, mistakes and social challenges can help children develop flexibility, responsibility and resilience
June 7, 2026
Animated series ‘Karamellu tar-Raħal t’Isfel’ returns for second season
New series to launch on One on Monday, June 8
June 5, 2026
Sweden health agency tells parents to put down phones
Parents urged to develop healthy screen habits which would, in turn, positively influence their children’s habits
June 1, 2026
Protecting children online an ‘urgent priority’
The UN rights office produces a set of 10 guidelines to better protect children from online harm
May 29, 2026
When I was young I used to think…
Marie Antoinette Magro writes about the inspiration behind the Maltese entry at Schoolovision 2026, a Eurovision-syle contest for schoolchildren
May 22, 2026