Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education has introduced a detailed guide to help families navigate the country’s expanding private-school sector, offering clarity on various curricula and educational pathways to support informed decision-making. Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education…
As World Mental Health Day highlights the importance of movement for mental wellbeing, Vietnam’s community sport programme demonstrates significant progress in encouraging active lifestyles among youth, with potential mental health benefits. Researchers and health advocates are marking World Mental Health…
The Australian government plans to widen access to childhood vaccines in pharmacies from January 2027, in response to declining immunisation rates and a surge in vaccine-preventable diseases, introducing targeted reminders and easier access for under-fives where legislation permits. Australia is…
Consistent, low-pressure writing practices integrated into daily life can significantly enhance children’s writing abilities, according to educators and parenting experts. Simple routines, real-life purposes, and adult modelling foster confidence and habit formation without stress. Helping children become better writers at…
Videos featuring oversized meals and speed-eating contests are not only entertainment but may subtly influence viewers’ perceptions of portion sizes, with potential implications for eating behaviours and health, experts warn. Videos of oversized meals and speed-eating contests have become a…
Experts warn that food challenge videos, while entertaining, may influence young viewers’ perceptions of normal portions, potentially fostering disordered eating habits and unhealthy dietary choices, prompting calls for caution among parents and caregivers. Food challenge videos may look like harmless…
Experts argue that Japan’s traditional sports education may inadvertently deepen children’s dislike of physical activity; a gentler, more inclusive approach could foster better lifelong relationships with movement. For many people in Japan, autumn brings school sports days, marathon events and…
Research reveals the emotional toll and overlooked support gaps faced by families during the diagnostic odyssey of rare childhood diseases, emphasising the importance of psychological guidance and accurate communication. When a clinician finally puts a name to a child’s rare…
A new Australian study highlights critical gaps in the transition from child to adult mental health services for autistic and ADHD young people, revealing systemic barriers, unmet needs, and the vital role of family support in achieving effective care. For…
A symposium at McGill explores conflicting views on whether ultra-processed foods are inherently addictive or simply designed to encourage overconsumption, with implications for tackling obesity. At a recent McGill Office for Science and Society symposium, two leading researchers offered sharply…
