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These books can help children protect themselves from predators
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/11/2021
» In the past weeks, news about a father touching his daughter inappropriately was widely discussed on social media. The criticism of his improper behaviour raised awareness on how to teach children about consent and body boundaries. Even though parents are supposed to teach their children about body autonomy, some Thai parents do not fully understand the concept and feel awkward discussing it with their children.
Understanding illness
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/02/2021
» Nine-year-old Otto has an illness that causes him to experience uncontrollable twitches and compulsive swearing. He was diagnosed by a psychiatrist with Tourette syndrome, which causes tics. Otto's tics started after his father abandoned him and he had to live with his grandma. At school, Otto was bullied by classmates and had to move to three different schools. The boy was treated by psychiatrist Dr Stephen Stone and psychologist Lisa Yodmon at Barnette Hospital in London.
Eradicating abuse
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 07/09/2020
» Phanchita Thanaweekittichot, editor-in-chief and translator at Mangmoom Book, broke into tears while reading the Taiwanese children's book Butterfly And Duoduo's Little Secret by Chia-Hui Hsin. She was devastated by the memory of an unpleasant experience she thought she had already forgotten.
Looking ahead
Guru, Eric E Surbano, Published on 05/01/2018
» 2017 was a whirlwind of a year, but we are now in the budding days of 2018 and while we realise most of us are still recovering from holiday feasting, it's time to leave the past behind and look ahead. There are a number of reasons to be excited about 2018, from concerts to (possible) developments in the city itself. To kick off our very first issue of the new year, we at Guru have compiled a list of things to look forward to in 2018. Strap yourselves in. It's gonna be one heck of a year.