People experiencing psychological distress turn to mutual support groups (GEMs) to benefit from their experiential knowledge: GEMs are able to provide them with practical tools to...

The mental health of the French population has been—and continues to be—significantly affected by the deaths of loved ones due to COVID-19. Professor Éric Bui, a specialist in grief, has...

Physical activity is beneficial to the overall health—both physical and mental—of the entire population. The latest international scientific research has confirmed that it is equally...

Midlife—that is, the ages of 40 to 55—is a pivotal period for preventive care and promoting public health. It is pivotal yet underutilized because it is not recognized as a turning point...

This issue of *La Santé en action* aims to share insights into how relationships are formed and what factors might hinder them. While it does not claim to be exhaustive, it highlights...

For a child, it is essential to grow up in a stable and nurturing environment that provides emotional security. Scientific research shows just how much an individual’s future development...

Pregnancy and the two years following birth are a pivotal time for a child. During this period, any so-called “adverse” event (violence, loneliness, social instability, natural...

In 2018, the World Health Organization (WHO) published a policy paper on the concept of "attuned care" for early childhood development, "one of the best investments a country can make."...

During the first weeks of life, the adult and the newborn get to know each other and build a shared history. It is through these early interactions that the baby develops a sense of...

Overwhelmed by emotions they struggle to control, vulnerable parents—due to turbulent personal histories—face challenges when a baby arrives. Effective interventions can help safeguard...