The World Health Organization has unveiled its first comprehensive guidelines for managing childhood obesity, emphasizing family-based, long-term care over medication and surgery as global rates continue to climb among children under ten. The World Health Organization has issued its first…
Research from the University of California suggests that giving children a smartphone at age 12 may heighten vulnerability to eating disorders and body image issues, raising questions about optimal device access for young adolescents. A new study has added to…
Raeann Balko’s personal account highlights how standard ADHD treatments can impact children’s identity and emphasise the need for more holistic, understanding approaches in education and healthcare. In second grade, Raeann Balko was sent to a psychologist because she could not…
Educational experts highlight the importance of allowing children to think independently and make decisions to build confidence and resilience, emphasising a gradual, supportive approach to problem-solving and emotional regulation. Helping children learn how to solve problems is one of the…
An update to the formal definition of dyslexia, the first in over 20 years, broadens diagnostic criteria, emphasising early signs, genetic influences, and a move away from IQ-based standards, potentially transforming support in schools and healthcare. Dyslexia has received its…
The World Health Organization has unveiled its first dedicated guidance for addressing the rising epidemic of childhood and adolescent obesity, highlighting a quadrupling of cases since 1990 and emphasising comprehensive support to improve health and wellbeing across regions. The World…
New research highlights biofeedback and relaxation therapies, including digital programmes like Headstrong, as effective non-drug approaches to reduce headache frequency and duration in children and teenagers, offering potential alternatives to medication. New evidence suggests that several drug-free approaches can help…
New research from the University of Cambridge highlights the importance of addressing emotional dysregulation alongside attention difficulties in children with ADHD, signalling potential shifts in assessment and support strategies. A University of Cambridge study has added fresh weight to the…
As understanding of child criminal exploitation evolves, UK authorities are introducing stronger laws and a new approach to recognising coercion, aiming to protect vulnerable children from abuse disguised as rebellion or independence. Child criminal exploitation can be hard to spot…
A parenting approach centred on listening and modelling gratitude may be more effective than quick corrections, as experts reveal the crucial role of timing and behaviour in fostering thankfulness in children. Parents often worry that the best way to teach…
Research reveals that traditional planners often fail ADHD users by demanding memory and patience. A new approach emphasises making time concrete, providing immediate feedback, and supporting emotional well-being to better serve neurodiverse needs. A planner built for an ADHD mind…
While many autism apps make bold claims, the most effective tools are those that address specific needs, such as communication, transitions, and independence, offering practical support tailored to individual children. Parents searching for autism apps are often met with bold…
