Decades of research from the Kauai Longitudinal Study reveal that resilience in adults often hinges less on innate toughness and more on the presence of dependable relationships and community support, challenging traditional views on grit and discipline. Resilience is often…
As Australia enforces the world’s first social media ban for under-16s, experts argue that nuanced, context-aware guidelines are more effective than blanket time limits in safeguarding children’s mental health and development. Young people’s screen habits are moving from a simple…
New research reveals that escalating heatwaves are not only impacting children’s physical health but also increasing anxiety, mood disorders, and behavioural problems, prompting calls for expanded public health responses. A growing body of research suggests extreme heat is no longer…
While early signs of ADHD often appear in classroom settings, only thorough assessments can determine the need for support, highlighting the limitations of online screening tools. ADHD often first becomes visible in the classroom, where children are expected to sit…
Renowned neuroscientist Dame Uta Frith cautions that the expanding definition of autism spectrum disorder could be diluting its scientific precision, amid rising diagnosis rates and ongoing debates over classification boundaries. Dame Uta Frith, one of the key figures in modern…
With nearly half of U.S. children not getting enough sleep, experts advocate for behavioural and environmental strategies over supplements, emphasising routine, lighting, and calming sensory aids to promote healthier sleep patterns. Parents searching for help with a child’s bedtime battles…
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved Simtriyo, a novel extended-release capsule by Otsuka Pharmaceutical, offering a new mechanism for treating attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in patients aged 6 and over, amid warnings for potential misuse and side effects. The…
Educational specialist Dr Fatima Al Marashda warns that denial of behavioural issues in children can hinder early intervention, emphasising the importance of acceptance and timely support for lifelong wellbeing. When a teacher, specialist or relative notices unusual behaviour in a…
Emerging research in neuroscience illustrates that individual brains develop at different rates, explaining behavioural diversity among gifted and twice-exceptional children and emphasising the need for tailored support strategies. A growing body of neuroscience suggests that individuality is written into the…
Paediatricians in Germany are escalating calls for banning social media for under-16s and implementing stricter protective measures, amid rising mental health issues among youth linked to digital platforms. Paediatricians in Germany are pressing for stronger protection of children and teenagers…
Research from Northeastern University uncovers that aerobic fitness and body fat influence children’s inhibitory control in different ways, highlighting separate impacts on brain function and impulsivity. A new study from Northeastern University suggests that children’s physical fitness and body fat…
University of Pennsylvania researchers are testing CAMI, an AI-based system designed to streamline autism evaluations, offering quicker initial screenings while keeping clinicians in control of final diagnoses. Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania are testing an artificial intelligence system that…
