Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
Innovative strategies emphasise gentle, flexible nourishment over traditional lunches to support those with avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, highlighting the importance of adaptable eating routines in managing the condition. For people living with avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, the middle…
A new University of Kentucky study reveals that while parents of autistic children face heightened stress, they simultaneously develop notable resilience, aided by routine problem-solving and family support. Experts urge schools and services to provide concrete aid alongside encouragement to…
Paediatricians highlight concerns that screens during meals can disrupt children’s natural hunger signals, potentially leading to overeating and unhealthy food choices, with experts recommending simple household rules to mitigate these effects. Children who eat with a screen in front of…
A new qualitative study indicates that childhood trauma and rejection can influence the development and severity of OCD symptoms, highlighting the need for trauma-informed approaches in treatment. Obsessive-compulsive disorder is often reduced to a stereotype of tidiness or contamination fears,…
Developmental paediatrician Dr Billy Garvey urges parents to prioritise strong emotional connections over routines and monitoring, creating ‘sanctuaries’ where boys can share, ask questions, and feel safe amid risks like violence and drugs. Dr Billy Garvey is asking parents to…
An analysis reveals a 47% increase in bulimia cases worldwide over three decades, with teenagers and young adults experiencing the heaviest burden amid digital culture’s growing influence. Bulimia nervosa is affecting far more people worldwide than it did three decades…
A UCLA study reveals that a familiar cognitive behavioural technique not only helps autistic children manage thoughts and feelings but may also decrease activity in brain regions responsible for sensory responses, offering new possibilities for addressing sensory overload. A UCLA…
Experts in Vietnam highlight the importance of clear boundaries, trusted adult support, and safety plans for teenagers navigating intense relationships, emphasising the need for respect, trust, and early intervention to prevent harm. Teenagers in intense relationships need clear boundaries, trusted…
Children with dyslexia often show improvement in reading but struggle with spelling due to overlapping cognitive skills such as phonological processing, memory, and visual word recognition. Tailored, explicit instruction alongside supportive tools can help bridge the gap and improve written…
Amid a slight overall decline in deaths, US gun violence in 2024 hits record levels, with devastating effects on children’s mental health, safety, and future prospects, especially among vulnerable communities. Gun violence in the United States remains a mass public…
Researchers in Texas have identified a unique gain-of-function mutation in the BMPR2 gene that may explain previously undiagnosed developmental and behavioural issues, opening new avenues for targeted treatments. Researchers in Texas have identified a rare genetic change in BMPR2 that…
Stanford researchers identify that developmental dyscalculia may be linked to challenges in attention, memory, and strategy switching, offering new insights for tailored interventions. Children who struggle persistently with maths may not simply be behind on practice; their difficulty may also…
