A new Scottish study reveals that teenagers at risk of depression are significantly more likely to experiment with cigarettes, vapes, alcohol, cannabis and other drugs by age 14 or 15, with maternal attachments playing a crucial role in mitigation. Scottish…
A new review highlights the importance of recognising ADHD’s impact on self-esteem and tailoring home education strategies to support emotional and behavioural needs, especially for girls often overlooked in diagnoses. For parents educating a child with ADHD at home, the…
A new Guangzhou study reveals that parents’ psychological distress, rather than children’s symptom severity, most significantly affects family wellbeing during early autism intervention, highlighting the urgent need for supportive and adaptive caregiver services. For families arriving at an autism centre…
A recent study suggests that school-based cognitive behavioural therapy programs are more effective than media literacy lessons for adolescents at high risk of problematic gaming and internet use, signalling a shift towards targeted prevention strategies. A targeted cognitive behavioural therapy…
Emerging guidance stresses the importance of treating sensory aids such as headphones and quiet spaces as necessary support tools for overwhelmed children, reshaping how educators and parents approach sensory sensitivities and fostering inclusive environments. Medical advice, school guidance and occupational…
New research suggests that while empathy reduces bullying behaviour, highly empathetic children may be more vulnerable to victimisation, urging schools to tailor anti-bullying programs carefully. Primary school pupils who show strong empathy for children being bullied may be less likely…
Research highlights that nearly half of children experiencing suicide-related crises in US emergency departments are treated in smaller hospitals, underscoring urgent calls for system-wide improvements in paediatric mental health services amid a 74% increase in visits since 2016. Nearly half…
A heated national discussion in Sweden explores the roots of ADHD, questioning the role of heredity versus environmental support, amid debates over diagnosis, medication, and classroom solutions. Sweden’s increasingly public argument over ADHD has widened far beyond the clinic. What…
A case study from Suining County in Jiangsu highlights the complexities and risks of relying on teachers, parents, and community workers to deliver mental health support amid a national push for broader access, raising questions about effectiveness and privacy. A…
Expert guidance reveals that understanding triggers, maintaining consistency and responding calmly are crucial in managing children’s tantrums , with recent insights emphasising prevention and sensitive post-meltdown conversations. Parents looking for a calm sentence to reach for in the middle of…
New data from Hesse reveals a sharp increase in ADHD diagnoses among girls, highlighting evolving awareness and diagnostic practices for childhood mental health across Germany, and raising questions about the pandemic’s long-term impact. Children in Hesse are being diagnosed with…
Recent Australian research and policy reviews highlight a move towards more flexible, inclusive teaching strategies for neurodivergent students, emphasising routines, visual supports, and individualised learning over traditional models. Australia’s debate about neuro-affirming education is moving beyond slogans and into the…
