Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
A new ADHD medication, centanafadine, stands out as the first to simultaneously target dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin, offering a novel approach that may benefit patients unresponsive to existing treatments, with ongoing assessments of its safety and regulatory status worldwide. Centanafadine,…
Emerging practices and early interventions are transforming how support is tailored to autistic individuals, emphasising understanding, structured routines, and practical tools to enhance independence and quality of life. Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that can shape how a person…
A Toronto family’s ordeal with their daughter’s sudden and severe neuropsychiatric symptoms sheds light on the complexities of diagnosing and treating paediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome, amid ongoing debates and limited consensus within the medical community. What began as a routine…
A new study reveals that sensory overload affects a significant proportion of children not only with autism but across the wider population, highlighting its connection with emotional and neurological health and calling for broader supportive interventions.
Calls to Swedish support organisation Tjejzonen regarding eating disorders have more than doubled over the past four years, with experts warning that returning to school amid ongoing pandemic effects intensifies challenges for vulnerable young people. Calls to Swedish support group…
Persistent mood or behavioural changes in children, such as ongoing sadness or withdrawal, warrant professional attention. Experts emphasise the importance of early recognition, clear communication about therapy, and consistent support at home to help children navigate their emotional wellbeing. Parents…
Research indicates that boys tend to show lower skills in self-regulation and executive functions before starting school, highlighting the need for play and tailored support to close early developmental gaps and boost long-term success. Research suggests that some boys arrive…
Recent research and clinical experiences reveal that ADHD diagnosis can be delayed in girls and minority children, but tailored support strategies highlight the condition’s positive traits and potential for success. For years, Makayla Caliendo thought her struggles in school meant…
As children gear up for the new school term, experts highlight how parents can distinguish between normal nerves and anxiety requiring professional support, with early signs including behavioural changes and sleep disruptions. For many families, the start of a new…
A large study from Taiwan indicates that antidepressant use could be linked to lower accidental mortality among individuals with autism, with effects varying by age and highlighting the complex relationship between medication and health outcomes. A study from Taiwan suggests…
Growing awareness reveals that teenage boys often display irritability and physical symptoms rather than sadness, emphasising the importance of early detection and treatment for better outcomes. Teenage boys with depression do not always look sad. In many cases, the signs…
Seychelles is widening its financial assistance for children with autism under a new needs-based scheme, shifting towards a social model of disability support for families affected by the developmental condition. Seychelles will widen financial support for some children with autism…
