Schools in northern Netherlands are implementing new mandatory learning targets for Dutch and maths, marking a major overhaul aimed at reversing recent declines in student performance amidst broader concerns over educational standards. Schools in the north of the Netherlands are…
Parents and caregivers can transform school lunchboxes with easy, make-ahead recipes that balance flavour and convenience, from spicy garlic potatoes to energy balls and hearty chicken salads. Packing lunch for school does not have to mean settling for bland sandwiches…
As countries worldwide implement or consider overnight restrictions for teenagers on social media platforms, debates intensify over the balance between safeguarding mental health and preserving digital freedom for young users. The debate over whether teenagers should be cut off from…
Dr Lucy Russell offers practical advice for parents on discussing autism with children and teens, emphasising brief, calm conversations and a strengths-based approach to foster understanding and acceptance. Parents looking to explain autism to a child do not need one…
Teenagers with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome face unique challenges in education due to pain, fatigue, and joint instability. Practical, flexible support strategies are essential to help them succeed and stay engaged in school life. For teenagers with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, school can demand…
Experts emphasise the importance of gentle, respectful dialogue when recognising signs of eating disorders, prioritising support over diagnosis to help prevent escalation. If you think someone you care about may have an eating disorder, silence is not always the kindest…
Experts highlight innovative approaches for recognising warning signs and creating safer environments to prevent self-harm, emphasising early intervention and direct emotional support. Self-harm can become a reinforcing loop because, for some people, it briefly eases distress such as shame, panic,…
With just 26.4% of Chilean children meeting recommended activity levels, health experts emphasise the importance of embedding movement into daily family life to combat sedentary habits and support overall wellbeing. In Chile, only 26.4% of children and adolescents meet recommended…
Turkish researchers and global health experts highlight the potential dangers of high-fructose starch-based sweeteners, linking their consumption to increased health risks in children and calling for stricter regulations and healthier habits. High-fructose starch-based sweeteners may carry a greater health risk…
Emerging research and innovative apps reveal how digital overload affects children’s brain development and behaviour, prompting parents to adopt more mindful media habits. Many parents recognise the scene: children can seem bright, calm and cheerful after time outdoors or with…
