Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
Diagnosing irritable bowel syndrome in adolescents requires thorough assessment amid symptoms often mistaken for stress or fussiness, with recent guidance emphasising tailored management strategies to support teenage wellbeing. If a teenager is rushing to the loo with loose stools, stomach…
As melatonin becomes increasingly accessible for sleep issues, health experts warn against its overuse and highlight potential risks, especially for vulnerable groups, urging a balanced and informed approach to its use. Melatonin has become a common answer for people who…
A Stanford Medicine study reveals that warning labels highlighting mental health risks within social media apps could be influential in discouraging excessive use among young people, adding to the debate on platform responsibility and public health strategies. A Stanford Medicine…
Clinicians advocate for comprehensive ADHD care that spans the entire day, aiming to better manage evening symptoms and sleep issues, moving away from a focus solely on visible daytime struggles. A growing number of clinicians are questioning an older approach…
A recent study suggests that mothers with post-traumatic stress symptoms who excel at recognising neutral emotional contexts may experience improved sensitivity towards their children after brief separation, highlighting potential pathways for targeted support. Maternal post-traumatic stress symptoms may not only…
Recent research suggests that teaching adolescents to switch between different emotion regulation strategies may improve outcomes in eating disorder treatment, signalling a shift from fixed coping approaches to adaptive flexibility. Adolescents in eating disorder treatment may benefit not just from…
Understanding the nuanced layers of reading difficulties allows parents and educators to tailor support, fostering confidence through manageable, engaging, and personalised reading practices. When reading time turns into a struggle, the problem is often not a lack of intelligence or…
A new meta-synthesis reveals that while Pro-Ana forums provide a sense of support and belonging, they can also intensify harmful behaviours among those vulnerable, raising concerns for clinicians and policymakers amid rising demand for eating disorder treatments. Pro-Ana communities can…
Choosing suitable starting roles for autistic young adults depends on matching the job environment to individual sensory and social preferences. Tasks that emphasise routine, clear instructions, and stability can foster success in sectors like libraries, data entry, animal care, and…
The increasing use of medicines like Ozempic and Wegovy among children signals a shifting landscape in obesity treatment, prompting experts to stress the importance of careful, long-term management amidst ongoing uncertainties about safety and efficacy in young populations. The rapid…
A pioneering study reveals elevated toxic chemicals in the baby teeth of children with autism, raising questions about early-life environmental impacts and highlighting the need for further research into chemical exposures and development. A pilot study from the University of…
Experts emphasise that the surge in autism diagnoses in the US reflects greater awareness, broader criteria, and improved access, while warning of persistent disparities and the importance of early, tailored interventions. Autism diagnoses have risen sharply in the US, but…
