Despite an increase in diagnoses during the pandemic, access to specialist eating disorder services in regional Victoria remains limited, with rural residents facing significant barriers including distance, cost, and workforce shortages. For nearly a decade, Jessie lived with an eating…
The Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) approach has expanded from a children’s therapy for developmental coordination disorder to a versatile framework across childhood disabilities and adult neurological recovery, driven by recent research highlighting its practical benefits and evolving…
As October marks Bullying Prevention Month, a SafeSport official emphasises the importance of proactive conversations and understanding the root causes of bullying to foster safer sports and social environments for children. October is Bullying Prevention Month, and a U.S. Centre…
Research suggests that analysing children’s speech for subtle linguistic habits could enable earlier detection of depression and anxiety, offering a new tool for mental health screening before traditional symptoms emerge. Children’s words may offer an early warning of depression or…
Experts warn that pushing young children too hard in maths can foster fear rather than curiosity, urging for age-appropriate, inclusive, and confidence-building approaches in kindergarten. Math can open up opportunities in science, technology and everyday problem-solving, but educators say the…
Experts advise honest, gentle conversations to help children understand parental disagreements, fostering security and resilience during family strain. Children often notice tension at home long before adults say anything out loud. Behaviour changes can be one of the first clues:…
Diagnosing irritable bowel syndrome in adolescents requires thorough assessment amid symptoms often mistaken for stress or fussiness, with recent guidance emphasising tailored management strategies to support teenage wellbeing. If a teenager is rushing to the loo with loose stools, stomach…
A resurfaced video of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. misinformation about the Gardasil HPV vaccine has triggered a wave of expert rebuttals affirming its safety and effectiveness in preventing HPV-related cancers. A resurfaced video of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., now the…
Doctors warn that measles can cause lasting immune system impairment, highlighting the importance of vaccination not just to prevent immediate illness but also to protect long-term health, amid rising cases in the US. Doctors are warning parents that measles is…
Parents of children with OCD face the challenge of supporting their children without reinforcing compulsive rituals. Experts highlight how reducing accommodation and maintaining calm can empower children to break free from their disorder’s grip, despite inevitable initial distress. For parents…
