A Finnish longitudinal study finds that children who engage in active thinking during screen time may perform better on cognitive tests in adolescence, challenging the notion that all screen use is harmful. A Finnish study is challenging the assumption that…
Parents in the UAE are reevaluating how to balance children’s academic pursuits and extracurricular activities to promote well-being and resilience, emphasising individual interests over over-scheduling. Parents trying to raise children who are both successful and happy often find themselves pulled…
A Singapore doctor highlights how parental stress influences children’s emotional well-being, urging families to foster calmer home environments during exam periods. A Singapore doctor and mother of three is urging parents to think less about perfect schedules and more about…
Emerging research on adverse childhood experiences uncovers nuanced patterns of trauma, the importance of protective factors, and potential for targeted interventions to mitigate lifelong health risks. Research into adverse childhood experiences has moved well beyond its early warning that abuse…
A recent study explores how brain electrical patterns in young children with language difficulties vary with cognitive tasks, but finds no definitive neural biomarkers, highlighting the need for larger research. A new Frontiers in Neuroscience study suggests that preschool children…
A study highlights how locally anchored art and tradition may better reach rural adolescents suffering from loneliness and emotional distress, surpassing conventional counselling methods. Rural left-behind adolescents in China often live with a quiet but serious mental health burden: loneliness,…
Tom DeBlass raises concerns over the dangerous pressures facing young Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes, highlighting risks of steroid abuse and problematic social media dynamics that threaten their health and development. Tom DeBlass has raised concerns about the pressure surrounding youth Brazilian…
A comprehensive study reveals that children and teenagers across Europe, including Croatia, are experiencing wracked muscle strength, poor posture, and increased body fat, prompting urgent calls for improved health policies and interventions. Children and teenagers across Europe are showing weaker…
Meal-prep grain bowls offer a flexible, light, and filling lunch option for summer, allowing for endless variations through simple ingredient swaps and strategic preparation, making them increasingly popular among busy households and meal planners. Meal-prep grain bowls are becoming a…
A systematic review reveals a consistent link between children’s gross motor ability and social development, highlighting the importance of movement skills for social inclusion and confidence in childhood. A new systematic review suggests that children who move more skilfully may…
