Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
An increasing number of people are self-identifying as neurodivergent, reflecting a shift towards a broader, less medicalised discourse that recognises diverse ways of thinking and learning, and challenges traditional labels and diagnoses. More people are describing themselves as neurodivergent, a…
A Swedish study highlights the sudden and bewildering emergence of Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) in children, revealing profound impacts on families and ongoing uncertainties in diagnosis and treatment. When a child develops PANS, the change can be so abrupt…
Dr Rachel Bryant-Waugh highlights how the ambiguous use of the term ‘complex’ in mental health diagnoses can hinder access to care for children and young people, calling for clearer, more descriptive language to ensure effective support. In mental health care,…
A child health specialist emphasises that excessive phone use does not cause dyslexia, although digital devices may exacerbate existing learning challenges, highlighting the importance of comprehensive assessment and support for children with learning difficulties. Excessive phone use does not cause…
The sharp rise in autism diagnoses in Malaysia has revealed significant strain on health, education, and social services, highlighting the need for urgent expansion and reform of support systems across the country. Malaysia is confronting a sharp rise in the…
Supporting children’s emotional resilience relies on consistent, small interactions with caring adults, according to recent guidance from WHO and health experts, highlighting the power of everyday moments and parental modelling in fostering strength and adaptability. Parents hoping to raise emotionally…
Emerging research highlights the potential of smartphone apps and organisational strategies to empower parents with ADHD to better support their children, offering new hope for family routines and management. Children who cannot settle, stay on task or stop themselves from…
Guidance from autism specialists emphasises gradual exposure, visual schedules, and structured routines to help children with autism enjoy Halloween safely and successfully, prioritising skill development over candy collection. For many families, Halloween can feel less like a single night out…
Emerging evidence suggests child-centred play therapy can alleviate anxiety, trauma and behavioural issues in children, but researchers call for more consistent studies to validate its effectiveness. Child-centred play therapy is gaining support as a way to help children manage anxiety,…
Paediatric expert highlights that early identification of dyslexia is crucial in supporting affected children, preventing emotional distress and improving learning outcomes, as research sheds light on specific signs and challenges in children’s reading development. Children with dyslexia may look as…
Families and experts emphasise the importance of fostering confidence and personalised growth in autistic children, challenging traditional notions of independence and support. For many families, raising an autistic child is less about choosing independence or dependence than about learning when…
Growing recognition of exposure and ritual prevention (ERP) as a frontline treatment offers new hope for those with obsessive-compulsive disorder and trauma-related conditions, with expanded outpatient and telehealth options making therapy more accessible. Exposure and ritual prevention, better known as…
