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Claire Nielsen: Our psyche and media violence

Claire Nielsen: Our psyche and media violence

Columnist Claire Nielsen shares her views on the increasing violence in media.
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Claire Nielsen: Avoiding the summer weight gain

Claire Nielsen: Avoiding the summer weight gain

Rather than refraining from any junk food consumption during the summer, as it is unrealistic to even suggest, if we can be more aware of our choices and monitor the amounts we consume – we can use discretion and self discipline in certain situations.
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Claire Nielsen: Explosive personalities, part 3

Claire Nielsen: Explosive personalities, part 3

As parents of explosive kids, if we stay calm (without reaction) and try to understand what is behind the behaviour, we can hopefully help our kids feel safe and heard.
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Claire Nielsen: Stress is the silent killer

Claire Nielsen: Stress is the silent killer

The four basic types of stress are sensory, physical, mental and emotional. 
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Claire Nielsen: Explosive personalities, part 2

Claire Nielsen: Explosive personalities, part 2

Parents of reactionary children need to develop extra patience, empathy and understanding, as they will be tested, often to their breaking points, over and over again.
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Claire Nielsen: Media violence and our children's long-term exposure

Claire Nielsen: Media violence and our children's long-term exposure

"The parents of my generation did not realize the negative impact that media and gaming violence would have on our children’s mental health," writes columnist Claire Nielsen.
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Claire Nielsen: Smoothies a great way to start the day

Claire Nielsen: Smoothies a great way to start the day

Breaking my night-time fast (break-fast) with a meal that is easy to digest and full of nutrients makes sense to me. 
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Claire Nielsen: Addiction an easy trap to fall into for young adults

Claire Nielsen: Addiction an easy trap to fall into for young adults

The antidote to addiction is connection.  Feeling loved no matter what means everything.
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Claire Nielsen: Raising teens to 'let be and let go'

Claire Nielsen: Raising teens to 'let be and let go'

It is up to us to accept the lessons and give up what we used to know, and heal any generational traumas or dysfunctional parenting styles.
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Claire Nielsen: Health-boosting foods to include in your meals

Claire Nielsen: Health-boosting foods to include in your meals

Columnist Claire Nielsen shares her favourite healthy foods.
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