Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
As the back-to-school season begins, new resources and practical tools are empowering parents of children with special needs to manage logistics, advocate effectively, and prioritise self-care, creating a more manageable start to the academic year. Back-to-school season is often framed…
A family in Atlanta faced legal consequences after a six-year-old’s playground trip, highlighting broader debates on childhood independence, overprotection, and evolving laws to protect children’s right to autonomy. A six-year-old’s scooter trip to a nearby playground ended with an accusation…
Scientists in South Korea have identified a potential new drug target, SLC6A20, that may help restore disrupted neural pathways associated with autism, showing promising results in mice and human brain models. Scientists have identified a possible new way to restore…
Psychologists and paediatric sleep specialists recommend families begin gradually shifting children’s bedtimes and wake-up routines weeks before the new school term to reduce stress and improve alertness. Parents should start nudging children’s sleep schedules well before the first school bell…
As more teenagers turn to AI chatbots for emotional support, experts warn about the risks of relying on untested tools for mental health advice and crisis intervention, underscoring the need for parental guidance and safety measures. Teenagers are increasingly turning…
As debates grow over child mental health diagnoses, experts call for a re-evaluation of social, cultural, and medical factors shaping perceptions and treatment, highlighting potential risks of overdiagnosis and stigma. Child mental health is now a subject of public debate…
Research from NYU reveals early pregnancy metabolic patterns associated with behavioural differences in children, highlighting potential biological markers for developmental outcomes. Researchers at New York University used repeated urine samples taken during pregnancy to examine whether maternal metabolic patterns were…
Guidance from paediatric experts emphasises early planning, routine building, and open communication to help children manage anxieties as the new school year approaches, with special attention for those with medical needs. As the new school year approaches, many children feel…
Understanding the key differences, eligibility criteria, and practical implications of IEPs and 504 plans helps families secure appropriate educational support for children with disabilities amid evolving regulations and perceptions. For many families, the choice between an individualised education programme and…
Peruvian research highlights how ADHD in girls often goes unnoticed due to less overt hyperactivity, leading to delayed diagnoses and treatment. Experts emphasise the importance of early recognition of subtle symptoms to improve outcomes. Not every child with attention deficit…
Integrated school and treatment programmes are helping young people with eating disorders maintain their education and social connections, offering a new model for holistic adolescent care. For families navigating an eating disorder, school can feel like another crisis waiting to…
Doctors warn that dangerous dieting and exercise habits fueled by social media are harming teenagers’ physical and mental health, prompting calls for gradual, professional-guided approaches to weight management. Doctors have warned that an emerging obsession with slimness, fuelled by severe…
