The initial visit to a psychologist for teenagers is primarily an assessment designed to understand their difficulties and family context, setting the stage for appropriate support rather than immediate treatment. A first appointment with a psychologist for an adolescent often…
Global research warns that rising temperatures and heatwaves are increasingly endangering the mental wellbeing of young people, prompting calls for inclusive climate adaptation strategies. A review of global research suggests that heatwaves and unusually high temperatures may pose a particular…
Sleep struggles among autistic teens are more prevalent than in their non-autistic peers, with experts emphasizing the importance of addressing underlying causes to improve daily life and emotional well-being. If your autistic teenager is struggling to sleep, exhaustion can quickly…
Understanding autism as a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition with varied presentations, experts emphasise the importance of early detection and personalised support to enhance communication, learning, and inclusion. Autism spectrum disorder is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person understands…
Research highlights the importance of parents embodying traits like gratitude, patience and honesty through daily routines to foster resilient and moral children, rather than relying solely on rules or lessons. Parents often say they want to raise children who are…
Recent research indicates that targeted, repetitive organisation skills training can significantly improve time management and planning abilities in students, including those without ADHD, potentially transforming support strategies in schools. Children with ADHD often struggle with the kind of executive functions…
Parents often seek dramatic breakthroughs in autism therapy, but experts highlight the importance of small, steady improvements such as better communication and reduced resistance, which indicate meaningful progress over time. Parents watching an autistic child in therapy often look for…
New federal data indicates a decline in adolescent suicidal thoughts, plans, and attempts between 2021 and 2025, highlighting the impact of targeted prevention programmes and crisis services amid ongoing challenges. Federal efforts to prevent youth suicide may be beginning to…
As babies grow, they demonstrate key emotional and fine motor milestones, with recent insights highlighting the importance of object permanence, stranger and separation anxiety, and advancing hand control during their first two years. As babies move beyond the earliest gross…
Lawmakers in Washington and across US states are rushing to regulate AI chatbots amid concerns for children and teenagers, but emerging evidence suggests these tools could support mental health in underserved youth populations if regulated wisely. Fear over children and…
New guidelines from health authorities stress the importance of content, context, and companionship in managing children’s screen use, shifting focus from strict time limits to promoting healthier habits and balanced routines amid rising overuse Parents searching for a simple answer…
As peer pressure extends into the digital realm, vulnerable teenagers, especially those with incarcerated family members, face heightened challenges balancing belonging and mental well-being. Experts emphasise that supportive relationships and reconnecting with positive activities are key to resilience. For many…
