Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
A large Welsh study reveals that maternal depression during pregnancy is associated with increased neurodevelopmental difficulties in children, regardless of whether the mother took antidepressants, intensifying ongoing debates on managing depression in pregnancy. Maternal depression during pregnancy is linked to…
As early-2000s fashion trends return to social media, concerns grow over the re-emergence of outdated beauty standards and their impact on mental health, highlighting the importance of professional support and positive influencer messages. The return of early-2000s style on social…
A recent study suggests that children who get smartphones by age 12 are more likely to exhibit symptoms linked to eating disorders, raising concerns about the timing of device use and its impact on mental health. A new study in…
The rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs is intensifying cultural pressures around thinness, prompting fears among eating disorder experts that vulnerable individuals may face increased risks amid aggressive marketing and minimal oversight. For Gabriela Ponce, the surge in popularity of GLP-1…
Candice Burton shares her story of how her son’s pain was overlooked due to misattribution to autism, prompting calls for systemic changes in medical care for autistic patients, as revealed in a new documentary. Candice Burton says her seven-year-old son’s…
Child psychologist Professor Sam Wass offers innovative strategies to help young children cope with the anxiety of eye tests, dental visits, and vaccinations, emphasising preparation, distraction, and control. Children who dread eye tests, dental visits or vaccinations may benefit from…
New analysis from the PATS trial questions the effectiveness of sleep studies alone in guiding early surgery decisions for children with mild sleep-disordered breathing, highlighting persistent symptoms despite stable sleep parameters. Parents and clinicians deciding what to do about a…
A new study presented at the American Academy of Pediatrics conference highlights a reversal in progress on adolescent mental health since 2009, with rising suicidal thoughts, attempts, and sadness amid complex social changes. Recent CDC survey data suggest teen mental…
Experts emphasise the significance of recognising ongoing bedwetting as a medical issue, encouraging patience and proper assessment to support affected children’s confidence and well-being. Bedwetting is often dismissed as a normal part of childhood, and in many cases it is.…
Emerging research underscores the importance of early diagnosis and tailored interventions for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder, offering hope for better outcomes in affected children. Children who develop avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder, or ARFID, do not refuse food because they are…
Practising emotion-regulation skills like STOP and PLEASE can help new parents cope with the intense stress of early parenthood, promoting better wellbeing and stronger relationships during the postpartum period. The first weeks with a new baby can leave even the…
Despite an increase in diagnoses during the pandemic, access to specialist eating disorder services in regional Victoria remains limited, with rural residents facing significant barriers including distance, cost, and workforce shortages. For nearly a decade, Jessie lived with an eating…
