Attachment, traditional and non-traditional parenting, child-rearing norms, and environmental influences: in this issue dedicated to early childhood (ages 0 to 6), experts from a wide range of fields—anthropologists, sociologists, doctors, teachers, and childcare professionals—share their insights and discuss their practices. Other topics covered: alcohol use among young people, malnutrition in the elderly, patient education, smoking prevention, contraception, and sexuality as explored in the film "Les Bureaux de Dieu."