A decade-long Australian study reveals that social media use above two hours daily may modestly increase mental health risks in teenagers, with early adolescence identified as a sensitive period requiring balanced guidance. Social media is now part of daily life…
Manisa-based educator Dr Servet Yalçınkaya calls on parents to allow children to face challenges, learn from failure, and develop critical life skills by prioritising unstructured play and problem-solving over constant academic pressure. Manisa-based educator Dr Servet Yalçınkaya has urged parents…
Top educator LeBrea Pringle advocates for care-driven teaching rooted in neuroscience and emotional safety, aiming to foster environments where students feel seen, valued, and supported amidst diverse educational settings. LeBrea Pringle has built her teaching philosophy around a simple but…
Dr Laura Markham advocates for parents to manage their own strong feelings effectively, modelling calm and honest responses to help children navigate their emotions and foster healthier behaviours. Parents are often told to stay calm, but Dr Laura Markham argues…
A comprehensive meta-analysis reveals that children and adolescents with autism experience significant motor impairments across various domains, underscoring the importance of early assessment and targeted interventions to improve daily participation and quality of life. Children and adolescents with autism spectrum…
Selecting the right martial arts school for a child involves evaluating teaching quality, safety standards, progression systems, and overall atmosphere, ensuring a nurturing environment that promotes confidence, discipline, and respect. Choosing a martial arts school for a child is about…
Kellogg has announced it will complete the removal of artificial colours from its US cereal range a year earlier than planned, amid industry-wide shifts and consumer pressure, with reformulations beginning later this year. WK Kellogg has accelerated the removal of…
A groundbreaking Finnish study following children over eight years reveals that active, engaging screen use may enhance cognitive performance in teens, prompting a rethink of dominant warnings about screen time and its effects on young minds. A Finnish study is…
As digital devices evolve, parents are leveraging a combination of built-in and third-party controls to safeguard children online, emphasising that basic practices like device locking and setting clear limits are crucial regardless of advancements. Parents trying to make home tech…
As smartphone ownership among children rises, parents face the complex task of balancing independence, safety, and digital boundaries amid growing concerns and evolving guidance. Giving a child a smartphone is less a milestone than a handover of freedom, and parents…
