For teenagers with AuDHD, the start of the school year can trigger heightened stress and sensory overload, prompting parents and educators to adopt tailored strategies to ease the transition and foster emotional regulation. For many families, the start of term…
As concerns about children’s mental health and concentration grow, families are increasingly embracing digital detox parenting , a purposeful approach to managing screen time and restoring meaningful family interactions. Parents are increasingly rethinking the role screens play in family life…
While sports offer children valuable life skills and health benefits, increasing pressures can lead to anxiety, burnout and perfectionism. Experts emphasise the importance of prioritising fun, growth and open conversations to support young athletes’ well-being. Children and teenagers who play…
Persistent parental fault-finding, even in non-abusive homes, can foster deep-seated shame and self-doubt, with lasting consequences into adulthood, study reveals. Chronic parental criticism can leave wounds that are easy to miss from the outside but hard to outgrow. In homes…
A University of California, Davis study reveals that sleep quality has a stronger correlation with teenagers’ academic performance and social wellbeing than diet or exercise, highlighting the importance of prioritising sleep during adolescence. A new study suggests that sleep may…
A recent Nature study introduces a new environmental risk score, T2SU-PXS, that more accurately predicts adolescent substance-use vulnerability than family history or genetic scores, highlighting the influence of social and household factors in early drug exposure. A Nature study has…
A new global review highlights the increasing mental health risks for children and adolescents amid rising temperatures and frequent heatwaves, calling for integrated climate resilience measures. Rising temperatures and more frequent heatwaves are emerging as a mental health concern for…
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…
