Understand your child’s development through milestones, expert insights and practical advice covering cognitive, emotional, social and physical growth.
Parents and clinicians are urged to recognise patterns of behaviour across contexts to diagnose ADHD early and implement personalised, long-term management strategies for children’s well-being and growth. Parents trying to work out whether a child is simply energetic or may…
Many seemingly alarming signs in newborns, including sweating, wrinkled skin, and eye movements, are part of normal development; understanding these can reassure anxious parents and improve newborn care. New parents often worry that every odd noise or body change means…
Many adults reflect on their childhoods and recognise patterns of emotional immaturity in their parents, revealing lasting effects on their self-esteem, relationships, and ability to trust. Experts highlight the importance of recognising these patterns to break intergenerational cycles of neglect…
Experts highlight strategies to help children manage back-to-school nerves, emphasising preparation, routine, and recognising signs of stress for a smoother transition into the new academic year. The first week of school can unsettle even confident children as they adjust to…
Psychologists recommend a slow transition into term-time routines, prioritising rest and familiar habits to reduce anxiety and avoid academic pressure as children return to school after summer holidays. A smooth return to school after the summer break works best when…
Research from the University of São Paulo shows that stress during adolescence causes persistent alterations in brain circuits linked to emotion and decision-making, highlighting the importance of early support for vulnerable teenagers. Stress during adolescence may leave lasting marks on…
Ioana Scoruș highlights the growing reliance on quick fixes and technology, urging parents to foster genuine connections and self-awareness to nurture healthier emotional growth in children. Ioana Scoruș says many parents are still looking for quick fixes in a world…
A Russian psychologist cautions against the misleading trend of using short social media clips to diagnose complex mental health issues, highlighting the dangers of oversimplification and misdiagnosis among viewers. A Russian psychologist has warned against using short social media videos…
Adopting modest, consistent habits such as improved diet, physical activity, and mindfulness may offer a sustainable path to better health, suggests recent advice from health experts. Small, steady changes are often more sustainable than dramatic overhauls when it comes to…
As teenagers with special educational needs transition into adulthood, personalised and gradual approaches focusing on practical life skills are proving essential for fostering independence and self-confidence. As adolescents with special educational needs enter their teenage years, the focus shifts beyond…
While teens believe they are hiding their private lives behind screens and closed doors, parents are often attuned to subtle shifts in mood, routines, and habits that reveal more than they admit. Experts highlight how parental awareness extends beyond snooping,…
A neuroanatomist advocates for Rhythmic Movement Training, suggesting that developmental movement patterns may underpin attention issues in children, challenging traditional behaviour-focused explanations. As the new school term begins, one writer is urging parents to look beyond the usual talk of…
