As concerns around youth mental health grow, grandparents are recognised for their unique ability to spot warning signs and provide stability for teenagers navigating emotional challenges, provided they approach with sensitivity and support. Grandparents can often spot trouble in a…
As pandemic-related disruptions persist, researchers highlight the critical role of school environment and student connection in reducing absenteeism, urging reforms focused on belonging and support rather than punitive measures. Chronic absenteeism remains one of the most persistent after-effects of the…
With mothers often carrying the invisible burden of household management, new approaches focus on teaching children cognitive skills to share responsibility, reducing stress and fostering independence. Many mothers know the feeling of carrying not just the day-to-day chores, but the…
A shift towards flexible teaching methods and adaptive learning environments is redefining how schools support neurodivergent children, benefiting wider student populations by embracing neurological differences as natural human variation. Neurodivergence is best understood not as a flaw in a child’s…
A Miami-based non-profit has introduced a new Parent Pledge programme, empowering families with tools to identify early signs of mental health issues in children amidst rising concerns over social media and online exploitation. A Miami-based non-profit has launched a parent-led…
Expert advice and personalised planning are transforming journeys for autistic travellers, with tailored routines and support making flights more manageable than ever. Travelling can be daunting for autistic people, but careful planning can make it far more manageable, according to…
Research indicates that fluctuations in pupil size during visual tasks could provide new insights into attention regulation in children with ADHD, with medication potentially stabilising eye responses. Researchers are increasingly looking beyond behaviour alone for clues to attention disorders, and…
Recent research indicates that background TV can disrupt young children’s play and conversation, altering their immediate environment, though its lasting impact on attention spans is still debated. A television left running in the background may not hold a young child’s…
A US trial reveals that additional financial support to low-income mothers can lead to measurable reductions in biological ageing markers in their four-year-old children, highlighting a potential biological benefit of poverty alleviation strategies. A US trial of monthly cash payments…
A Danish study shows children with ADHD and autism now more closely resemble their peers than a decade ago, suggesting changing diagnostic practices rather than an increase in severity or prevalence. Children and adolescents in Denmark diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder…
Children affected by 9/11 demonstrate diverse responses to trauma, highlighting the importance of tailored support and resilience lessons for children facing ongoing crises today. The children who came through the aftermath of 9/11 taught child psychiatrist Steven Fornari lessons that…
Conflicts with children are a natural part of family life, often driven by developmental needs and emotional dynamics. Experts suggest strategies for parents to handle disagreements constructively and recognise when outside help is necessary. Conflicts with children are not a…
