A multi-year study suggests that social connection and mindfulness may complement sleep, diet and exercise in protecting teenagers against later psychological distress. Supporting teenagers’ mental health may depend on more than the familiar advice to sleep well, eat properly and…
A cross-country study suggests children’s conduct problems share broadly similar patterns across sex and nationality, but certain behaviours may be especially important in understanding the condition. Children with conduct problems do not all look the same, and that matters for…
Clinical psychologist Dr Edith Shiro explains how unresolved stress can spill into family conflict , and why a five-minute repair can help rebuild connection. Parents often think a sharp response is about the moment in front of them , the…
Physical outbursts can signal stress, developmental challenges or wider conflict at home. Experts recommend prioritising safety, identifying triggers and repairing relationships after the crisis. Conflict between children and parents is common, but when it turns physical it can unsettle a…
A study of 1,526 rural adolescents links parental emotional neglect to internet addiction, with avoidance of painful feelings emerging as the strongest pathway. A study of rural children in western China suggests that emotional neglect from parents working away from…
Persistent or escalating aggression may reflect trauma, stress, developmental difficulties or other mental health concerns. Experts advise parents to combine firm boundaries with empathy and seek professional help when behaviour threatens safety or disrupts daily life. Repeated aggression in children…
A Norwegian study suggests that conflict between teenagers and their fathers may reduce the likelihood of later receiving specialist mental health support, even after other factors are taken into account. A new Norwegian study suggests that conflict between teenagers and…
The 4D framework can help families distinguish temporary strain from persistent distress, disruption or danger , and recognise when practical support or professional care may be needed. Mental health is shaped not only by personal resilience but also by the…
Anxiety can be overlooked in NDIS participants when distress appears as challenging behaviour, physical symptoms or withdrawal, but early psychological and behavioural support can improve daily life. Anxiety is a frequent but often hidden part of life for many NDIS…
A study of 21,797 Swedish twins found heavier interactive screen use in adolescence was linked to later anxiety and depression, but the association weakened substantially when shared family and genetic factors were taken into account. A large Swedish twin study…
A New Zealand briefing says work pressures, stress and attention-grabbing digital products are driving screen exposure in early childhood, calling for policy changes alongside support for parents. Screen time for children under the age of two offers little benefit and…
Experts say schools remain vital for teaching children about consent and healthy relationships, but preventing abuse requires action from families, technology firms, policymakers and health professionals. Schools are being asked to do more than they can manage alone in the…
