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Have studied young skiers: “We got the sense that something has changed”

When sociologists researched young people’s participation in cross-country skiing, they saw no one waxing their own skis.

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Childhood, school and education

Many young people have sex for the first time to “get it over with”

For many adolescents, having “had sex” equals having had penetrative intercourse. Several say they had sex the first time mainly to avoid being the one who “hasn’t done it” — not because it felt right in the moment.

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Parents teach their children differently about money. Their lessons reproduce class divisions

New research shows that Norwegian middle- and upper-class parents give their children fundamentally different attitudes toward money. This may reinforce social inequality in Norway.

Research for better services for families with disabled children

A new research project led by OsloMet receives NOK 12.4 million from the Research Council of Norway. Together with municipalities and organizations, the project will investigate the child coordinator scheme.

Local government was key to managing the pandemic

A major Nordic study shows that local authorities played a crucial role in handling COVID-19 – and why trust and flexibility are key to surviving future crises.

Young people use cannabis in different ways – one group raises concern

Researchers categorize young cannabis users into four groups. For most, it's about curiosity, belonging, or exploring new youth identities. But for a few, usage is linked to loneliness and mental health challenges.

Childhood, school and education

Many children with ADHD do not thrive at school

A new study from OsloMet shows that only around half of children with ADHD thrive at school. Well-being is lowest among those who are taught outside of class for large parts of the day.

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Working life, society and welfare

Norwegians among the least lonely in Europe

The Nordic countries stand out with a low prevalence of loneliness. The welfare state, health and culture explain a lot. This is revealed in a new book about loneliness in Europe.

Working life, society and welfare

The welfare state has strong support among young people

Are young adults entitled individuals who won’t contribute to society? Not quite. According to new research, Generation Z are happy to pay their taxes.

Childhood, school and education

The work values you develop as a teenager can shape the rest of your life

What teenagers value in working life can strongly influence how their adult lives turn out – from education and income to family and housing.

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Childhood, school and education

She thought they were going on holiday – then her husband confiscated her and the children’s passports

Violence in close relationships does not stop at national borders. Perpetrators may exploit the family’s ties to another country to threaten and pressure family members.

Childhood, school and education

Is it just a myth that sport is inclusive?

“Our findings suggest that sport does not automatically foster social inclusion among children and young people. Those who participate are typically the ones who already feel secure and are part of a social community,” says Marlene Persson.

The centre of Oslo seen from the Ekeberg hillside with Bjørvika and Barcode in the foreground.

Oslo, the divided city

A deep socioeconomic divide splits Oslo from east to west. It will continue to deepen unless it is more widely acknowledged and addressed.

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