Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
A common blood-pressure medication may slow the progression of vanishing white matter, a rare and fatal brain disorder in children, according to a study by Amsterdam University Medical Centers. The findings suggest a potential new avenue for treatment of this…
Parents of children with autism share strategies for enjoyable holidays that accommodate sensory needs and routine, highlighting the importance of planning, familiar environments, and understanding from leisure providers. Families of children with autism often face the same challenge when the…
As the new school year approaches, Kazakhstan’s health ministry advises parents to prioritise sleep routines to support children’s focus, memory, and emotional balance, emphasising gradual adjustment and consistent bedtimes. As the new school year approaches, Kazakhstan’s health ministry is urging…
A new printable resource offers practical strategies for adults supporting children with ADHD, emphasising behavioural understanding and routine adjustments without replacing professional advice. A new printable aimed at adults supporting children with ADHD is designed as a practical guide rather…
As social media platforms popularise simplified ADHD content, experts warn that complex diagnoses risk being distorted into trends, risking misdiagnosis and trivialisation amidst rising online communities and celebrity disclosures. Over the past few years, health advice has drifted ever further…
The US Department of Health and Human Services escalates its review of hospitals providing gender-related treatments to minors, focusing on billing practices and potential legal violations following a new federal report and ongoing investigations. The Department of Health and Human…
Renowned researcher Dame Uta Frith questions whether the expanding autism spectrum diagnosis may be blurring crucial differences, urging for more precise categorisation to better serve diverse needs amid rising prevalence rates. A growing debate over autism has been reignited by…
A new qualitative study highlights that while brief cognitive behavioural therapy for eating disorders can be emotionally demanding and challenging to sustain, many patients experience significant, long-term improvements in their eating habits and self-awareness, emphasizing the importance of structure and…
With AI rapidly integrating into children’s healthcare, a new perspective warns that without rigorous oversight and transparent practices, the risks to child safety and equity could outweigh benefits as machines learn faster than humans can adapt. Artificial intelligence is moving…
Food aversion extends beyond picky eating, impacting daily routines and social interactions for children and adults alike. Recent research highlights the importance of recognising underlying causes and adopting gradual, supportive approaches to treatment. Food aversion is more than fussiness at…
Experts highlight that open, age-appropriate dialogue with siblings of children with cerebral palsy fosters understanding, reduces confusion, and strengthens family relationships amid evolving questions and emotional responses. When a child has cerebral palsy, the experience reaches beyond the child alone.…
Experts reveal that frequent waking before dawn may be a sign of a persistently overactive nervous system, often associated with stress, anxiety, and poor sleep habits, prompting calls for targeted treatment and improved sleep hygiene. Waking repeatedly in the early…
