Media in everyday family life

Media also play a central role in the everyday lives of young adults aged 18 and over - whether for information, entertainment or communication. However, the risks of the digital media world, such as media addiction, remain relevant for this age group too.

As parents, you can continue to play an important role by engaging in an open and equal exchange with your adult child. Show an interest in their media habits and stay in touch about current issues. By engaging in a respectful dialog as equals, in which there is also room for critical discussions, you can help to promote conscious and healthy media use.

In this section, you will find numerous suggestions and tips on how young adults can further develop their media skills and arm themselves against negative influences from the digital world. Both parents and young adults can find valuable support here to help them use media consciously and responsibly during this important phase of their lives.