Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
Teenagers increasingly turn to AI chatbots for mental health support, with usage soaring by 60%, prompting lawsuits and debates over safety, safeguards, and industry regulation. Teenagers are increasingly turning to AI chatbots for mental health support, often without telling parents…
Matt Doocey unveils New Zealand’s first comprehensive Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, incorporating innovative AI navigation and a commitment to zero seclusion, aiming to transform services over the next decade. Matt Doocey has unveiled New Zealand’s first Mental Health and…
A recent study using European adverse-event reports reveals complex patterns of suicidality linked to antidepressant use, with demographic variations and an emphasis on vigilant monitoring during early treatment. A new analysis of European adverse-event reports has reopened an old and…
Emerging studies suggest that grounding exercises and neutral affirmations can help individuals manage panic attacks by disrupting destructive thought patterns, offering new hope for those affected. When an anxiety or panic attack takes hold, the mind can become convinced that…
A pioneering study by Germany’s Central Institute of Mental Health reveals that advanced language models like GPT-5.1 and Gemini-3-Pro-Preview can assess complex psychiatric symptoms from transcripts with accuracy comparable to clinicians, signalling potential for AI-assisted mental health evaluation. A study…
A psychotherapist advocates for a tailored approach to mental health, emphasising that meditation and medication are complementary tools shaped by individual needs and circumstances in the quest for healing. For many people facing anxiety or depression, the question is not…
Emerging research from Edinburgh and Imperial College challenges traditional views on children’s screen use, emphasising activity type and context over mere duration in assessing impacts on mental health and social skills. A new analysis from researchers at the University of…
A large Swedish cohort study reveals that physical illnesses in childhood are associated with increased mental health diagnoses in young adults with autism, emphasising the importance of holistic healthcare approaches. A Swedish register study has found that autistic people who…
A comprehensive Dutch cohort study reveals a sharp, sustained increase in type 2 diabetes among children and adolescents following antipsychotic treatment, prompting calls for routine metabolic monitoring and preventive measures in young patients. A large Dutch cohort study has found…
Innovative approaches and early preparations are helping autistic students navigate the challenges of returning to school, reducing stress and promoting inclusive learning environments. As August approaches, families across Florida and elsewhere are absorbed by the usual back-to-school rituals: buying stationery,…
Children’s avoidance of activities may stem from fear rather than stubbornness. Experts emphasise the importance of understanding, gradual exposure, and reassurance to build confidence and manage anxiety effectively. Children who dig in their heels before sports day, freeze at the…
Parents often misinterpret autistic meltdowns as random outbursts, but recent insights highlight the importance of recognising early warning signs and managing sensory and emotional overloads to prevent escalation. For parents of neurodivergent children, what appears to be an abrupt explosion…
