Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
A perspective paper advocates for a new approach to supporting children with acquired brain injury, emphasising ongoing care that adapts to developmental and environmental changes, exemplified by the Dutch Pediatric ABI Network. Children with acquired brain injury can appear to…
Swiss psychologist Ronia Schiftan advocates for a relaxed approach to family dinners, suggesting that less commentary and greater autonomy can transform stressful mealtimes into more enjoyable and less confrontational experiences. For many parents, the evening meal can feel less like…
Understanding the varied causes of reading difficulties, experts emphasise the importance of early support and professional assessment to help children succeed academically. Learning to read is one of the first major milestones in a child’s education, and it remains central…
Practical approaches like visual checklists, structured routines, and fostering ownership are transforming support for adolescents with ADHD, helping them navigate school and independence more effectively. Parents of teenagers with ADHD often wonder whether missed homework, forgotten books and last-minute panic…
Research reveals nearly one in six children prescribed GLP-1 drugs for weight management develop deficiencies within a year, prompting calls for early nutritional support and monitoring in paediatric care. A new study suggests that children prescribed GLP-1 medicines for weight…
Pediatric experts in Italy urge parents to keep smartphones away from children under 13 and delay independent social media use until at least 16, highlighting increasing concerns over digital addiction and its impact on young minds. Pediatricians in Italy are…
New research reveals that children and teenagers experiencing mental health crises are increasingly seeking urgent care across hospitals of all sizes. However, disparities in hospital resources and patient demographics raise concerns about the quality and equity of treatment for young…
A new study suggests that combining in-office visits with video and telephone check-ins for peanut allergy treatment is both safe and preferred by caregivers, offering a flexible alternative to traditional methods for infants and toddlers. Among families of infants and…
Research suggests that fostering a positive, compassionate relationship with the body, including body appreciation, functionality, and flexibility, could enhance eating disorder therapies, offering a promising new direction in recovery efforts. Research is increasingly pointing to a shift in eating disorder…
Recent initiatives in biomedical research introduce innovative programmes and AI tools aimed at speeding diagnosis, personalised care, and reproducibility, marking a significant shift in healthcare innovation. Three new initiatives announced this week point to a broader push in biomedical research:…
A comprehensive international review indicates that daily behaviours like gaming, binge eating, and compulsive sexual activities closely resemble recognised addictions, potentially reshaping diagnoses and reducing stigma around these conditions. A major international review suggests that some everyday behaviours, including gaming,…
Despite their potential, bedwetting alarms require proper, consistent use and patience. Experts highlight common pitfalls and suggest ways for families to optimise device effectiveness over time. Bedwetting alarms can be a useful tool for helping children build awareness of nighttime…
