Many children with ADHD face misinterpretation and strained relationships in school. Experts highlight practical strategies for parents and teachers to improve understanding, collaboration, and support for affected students. When a child comes home saying a teacher seems to dislike them,…
A new study suggests that asking young children to think about how a recipient might feel can significantly boost their generosity, highlighting the influence of emotional cues before they reach age six. A study published in the International Journal of…
Experts at The Neuroverse South Africa highlight the importance of focusing on children’s strengths and clear communication when explaining ADHD, promoting understanding and reducing shame in young minds. Parents trying to explain ADHD to a child are often told to…
New research suggests that the relationship between children’s screen use and mental health is more nuanced than previously thought, highlighting potential benefits of social media and challenging the emphasis on screen time limits. A study led by researchers at the…
Indonesia is enhancing its child mental health strategy by increasing child-friendly spaces and emphasizing peer-led programmes amid growing concerns over mental health challenges among children and teenagers, driven by digital pressures. Indonesia is widening its network of child-friendly spaces and…
Psychologist Dr Jemma Anderson highlights how childhood learning and trauma influence OCD development, emphasising early intervention and evidence-based therapy to disrupt the draining cycle of doubt and compulsions. For many people with obsessive-compulsive disorder, the illness is less a set…
New research underscores the critical importance of early support for children with developmental differences, highlighting significant long-term benefits for individuals and society alike. The case for intervening early in a child’s development rests on both biology and long-term outcomes. In…
Many public schools are shifting towards a holistic approach to behaviour management with PBIS, aiming to foster safer, more equitable learning environments and improve academic and social outcomes for pupils. Public schools are increasingly treating behaviour as more than a…
A new global review reveals that rising temperatures and heatwaves are increasingly associated with poorer mental health outcomes in young people, prompting calls for targeted climate adaptation measures to protect children’s well-being. New research has found that scorching temperatures and…
A comprehensive multi-institutional study reveals that telemedicine has become a lasting component of paediatric primary care, with targeted use in behavioural health and endocrine visits, and potential to boost overall healthcare access and volume. Telemedicine has become a durable part…
A new Oxford-led study shows that nearly a third of adolescents in England encounter self-harm material passively on social media, raising concerns over the influence of recommendation algorithms on youth wellbeing. Social media has become the main arena in which…
Recent discussions and medical guidance reveal that Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS) can appear suddenly, challenging parents and clinicians to recognise, diagnose, and tailor treatment for this complex condition that impacts children’s behaviour and neurological health.…
