Understand your child’s development through milestones, expert insights and practical advice covering cognitive, emotional, social and physical growth.
As the new school year begins, psychologists emphasise the importance of recognising and validating children’s emotions rather than dismissing their nerves. Preparation and steady support are key to helping children manage first-day jitters and build confidence. As the new school…
A new analysis highlights that Nigeria’s ongoing child stunting epidemic could result in a $412 billion economic loss by 2043, urging urgent shifts towards early-childhood nutrition and maternal health investments to safeguard the nation’s future growth. Nigeria’s long-running child stunting…
Apple’s latest billboard in Italy depicting a toddler with an iPhone has sparked criticism from child rights watchdogs, reigniting debate over the impact of early screen exposure and the company’s marketing ethics. Apple is facing another burst of criticism over…
A comprehensive review shows that social media can both support and harm young people’s mental health, depending on how, what, and when they use platforms. Active engagement and context matter more than screen time alone, prompting calls for digital education…
As children return to school, experts emphasise the importance of early eye examinations amid rising rates of myopia linked to increased screen time and decreased outdoor activity, with potential impacts on learning and development. As the school year begins, vision…
Parents navigating their young adult children’s depression are encouraged to adopt a calm, supportive approach that respects autonomy and fosters trust, emphasising gentle help and open communication over control or confrontation. Watching a young adult sink into depression while seeming…
Multinational research reveals that teenagers’ unsupervised, unstructured time outside the home is a significant predictor of delinquency and exposure to violence, highlighting the importance of creating supervised spaces for youth development. A multinational study of more than 58,000 teenagers suggests…
Adoptive children and their families encounter additional hurdles at the start of the term, as questions of identity and trust complicate school transitions, prompting calls for specialised support. The start of term can be stressful for any family, but adoptive…
The American Academy of Pediatrics maintains its outdated autism treatment guidance despite internal and external ethical objections, highlighting a disconnect between scientific recommendations and evolving ethical standards surrounding aversive therapies. The American Academy of Pediatrics has left itself in an…
Experts highlight the importance of open, supportive dialogues between parents and teens about mental health, advocating for preparation and active listening to foster trust and resilience amid growing concerns about youth wellbeing. Parents are often quick to discuss fevers, homework…
A recent study maps the essential components of effective cerebral palsy services across North America, revealing disparities especially in adult care and emphasising a family-centred, system-wide approach for consistent treatment. A new study from the Cerebral Palsy Research Network suggests…
Sleep is vital for brain growth and emotional regulation in young people. Experts highlight concerns about holiday disruptions to sleep patterns and their potential long-term effects, urging parents to maintain consistent routines, especially during school breaks. Sleep is doing far…
