The difference between the terms “rape” and “sexual assault” is not always clear. Rape is a form of sexual assault and contrary to popular belief, it does not only happen with strangers in dark alleys or underground parking lots. More often than not, it is people in the victim’s entourage who commit this criminal act.
Throughout history, countries have transformed and reworked laws as the interactions between adults and youth evolve. Significant changes have occurred in the role of parents and caregivers. Children have rights and conventions exist that determine what is acceptable in society. Yet, physical, moral and emotional abuse of young people still exists among us. What are
Many people play luck-based games without developing addictive behaviors. When we are young, we may never have heard about the risks of gambling. But gambling is very different from sports or board games. People who frequently gamble risk escalating the situation and developing an addiction. Young people who fall into the illusion that they have
We have all heard about the topic of sexual abuse, but oftentimes it remains a blurry subject and is often taboo. Sexual abuse does not always include physical touch, which sometimes makes it more difficult to identify. Abusive behavior is any sexual activity that is performed without a person’s consent. These acts are criminal, and
Human beings have, for millennia, used substances with psychotropic effects. Any psychoactive substance that interferes with the central nervous system’s functioning is considered a “drug”. Drugs modify the user’s conscience. Depending on the nature and the quantity of the taken drug, one’s perception, motor skills, mood, and emotions are altered. Among youth, drug consumption can
We all need to relax and live moments of pleasure. To be able to experience cherished moments with friends, to have fun and to experience new things; all of these help us learn more about ourselves and feel good. In our society, alcohol consumption is often associated to social activities, such as parties for example.
Younger generations face the same issues as older generations. These include access to education and a competitive job market. But each era brings new challenges. Today’s youth face new challenges related to world events and changing information technologies. However, the future prospects for youth are good. And there are ways to support young people in
Harassment in schools is a problem that is more or less visible from the outside, yet that affects youth greatly. When faced with this type of bullying, it is important to adopt assertive approaches rather than aggressive reactions. Accompaniment is the key to this problem on all levels. It is essential to act in order
Understanding and Fighting Against School Failure Graduation rates have been increasing in the past couple of years. However, school failure is still the centre of many concerns within the education field, since many young students leave the school system without any qualifications or diplomas. What is School Failure? School failure can be observed when a
For many siblings, the relationship they have with each other is often the longest in their lives. Sibling rivalries are a part of life: siblings bicker and tease each other. To some extent, these rivalries are useful. They are part of the development of young people and their social skills, such as listening and managing
