December 2014
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WASTED YOUTH
While Hong Kong offers a relatively safe
environment for teens, they are not free
from the risks of substance abuse.
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GROWING UP, HONG KONG-STYLE
What’s it like being a teen in Hong
Kong? We asked a few to share their
thoughts on living and thriving in our
city.
special section:
sandwich generation
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SPONSORING SENIORS
Would a move to Hong Kong be the best
solution to your ageing parents’ rising
healthcare costs?
93
SIGNPOSTS
Would you know how to spot the early
signs of mental illness?
94 CAN WE TALK?
Broaching the subject of plans
for sickness or death is a tough
conversation to have with ageing
parents at the best of times, but when
you’re halfway around the world, the
task can seem enormous.
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38 SMALL FISH IN A BIG POND
Moving from primary school to
secondary can be a big jump. We find
out how you can help your children
bridge the gap.
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BEATING THE BULLIES
There are concrete steps you can
take to help identify, stop and prevent
bullying.
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SPEAK UP
Teaching your kids to communicate
effectively with adults will benefit them
now and in the future.
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LETTING OUT THE ROPE… WITHOUT
CUTTING THE CORD
As your child gets older, your roles are
both changing a bit. You’re still the boss,
but your tween also needs opportunities
to start finding her own voice and
making her own decisions.
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GET WEB-WISE
Your kids are going online – that’s not
going to change. However, there are
ways to stay informed and help them
navigate this online journey safely.
100 SHARING THE CARING
For those of us living far from home,
when we travel back to visit family, it
might be sibling spats that greet us at
the airport.
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CHANGES IN LATITUDE
Does travelling with your older parents
seem a bit complicated? With a little
more planning and a few changes to
your normal routines, you can share
meaningful – and fun – adventures
together.
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A LIGHTER PLACE
In this warm and inviting family home,
fun and comfort match the tone.
120 URBAN EDGE
Forget frou-frou, this season’s clothing
for teens is inspired by a sense of
adventure and laid-back cool.
136 LAST WORD
Teens and tweens are pro-nature, which
is good for all of us, says father-of-three
Nury Vittachi.
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