Recent guidance emphasizes that setting steady, age-appropriate boundaries based on warmth and respect fosters security, self-regulation, and healthy behaviour in children, defying the myth that boundaries are synonymous with punishment. Setting boundaries with children is not about turning family life…
A study from Florida International University indicates that parental stress, rather than children’s behaviour, primarily influences how and when parents resort to screens as a coping mechanism, prompting calls for targeted support strategies. A new study from Florida International University…
New research underscores the importance of scrutinising ADHD tools and supplements, emphasising evidence-backed approaches and caution against unproven cures that may do more harm than good. Many people with ADHD spend considerable time and money cycling through apps, supplements and…
A deep dive into how children’s early tendency to attribute motives to the natural world reveals insights into their evolving understanding of reality, and how this pattern persists into adulthood. A child of 3 or 4 walking home beneath a…
Clinicians are urged to broaden diagnostic evaluations in adolescents showing a sudden shift in behaviour, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, and neuropsychiatric symptoms, recognising potential overlaps with Lyme disease, PANS, and other systemic conditions. An adolescent who develops postural orthostatic tachycardia…
Paediatric specialist Adhi Teguh Perma Iskandar emphasises that open communication and coordination among family members are key to managing differing parenting styles and supporting children’s well-being. Differences in parenting style between fathers and mothers do not have to become a…
Research at Stanford University uncovers how analysing children’s language when discussing stress can help identify those at higher risk of depression and anxiety, potentially enabling earlier intervention. Researchers at Stanford University say the way children describe painful or stressful experiences…
Grandparents’ expressions of affection through gifts and treats can lead to household conflicts. Experts advise respectful communication and setting clear boundaries to preserve both love and discipline. Grandparents who shower a child with gifts, treats and extra leniency are usually…
Experts emphasise the importance of routine screening and compassionate evaluation for children displaying disruptive behaviour, recognising that early understanding and tailored support can prevent long-term psychological risks. When a teacher, clinician or family member notices behaviour that does not quite…
Psychologist Peter Gray’s new book argues that concerns over smartphones and social media may be overstated, suggesting that the loss of freedom in children’s lives could be a more significant issue than screen use itself, with research indicating a nuanced…
Recent research underscores the importance of matching teenage depression and anxiety treatments with individual needs, emphasising the value of early, personalised assessment to optimise outcomes with cognitive behavioural therapy and dialectical behaviour therapy. Parents trying to make sense of a…
For pianists with ADHD, competitive performance environments pose unique challenges, prompting calls for more inclusive and creative alternatives that value individuality over rankings. Competitive piano events can be exhilarating, but for pianists with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder they can also…
