The BMJ has retracted a controversial study that suggested a link between COVID-19 vaccination and excess mortality, citing misinformation and quality concerns as the debate over vaccine safety intensifies. BMJ Public Health has retracted a widely cited paper that appeared…
Experts recommend gradual routines, small goals, and visual progress tools to support children returning to school after summer break, reducing stress and fostering motivation. The return to school after six weeks off can feel like a sudden climb for many…
Many autistic children and teenagers mask their traits to fit in, but this coping strategy can lead to exhaustion and identity issues, raising calls for more supportive and understanding environments. Parents often take comfort when an autistic child seems to…
After decades of increased formalisation in Norwegian primary education, recent calls and research suggest a renewed focus on play, movement, and student well-being, challenging the dominance of digital tools and structured curricula. Jorunn Flaatten has spent almost four decades in…
Experts warn that celebrating strength in Black children risks masking emotional struggles; fostering true resilience requires balancing protective socialisation with space for vulnerability and honesty in confronting bias. Black children are often praised for being “strong” when what adults are…
Child development experts recommend gradually resetting routines weeks before the new school year, focusing on sleep, meals, screen time, and emotional readiness to ease transitions for children and families alike. Families do not have to wait for the first morning…
A recent reflection highlights the importance of maintaining simple, affectionate connections during hectic mornings, emphasising that small moments of warmth matter more than structured routines for fostering healthy child relationships. Parents often focus on how to get children to cooperate…
Child mental health experts advise that parents can foster resilience by gently recognising and talking about feelings. Using calm language, noticing facial and body cues, and offering creative outlets help children understand and manage their emotions better, leading to improved…
An exploration of how play and interaction in early years foster essential cognitive, social, and emotional skills, challenging traditional academic-focused approaches and highlighting innovative classroom practices. In early childhood, learning rarely looks like the tidy sequence adults expect. A child…
Experts highlight the benefits of unstructured creative activities, emphasising how freeform art and loose parts play foster imagination, resilience, and emotional expression in children, with potential long-term benefits for their cognitive and social development. Letting children glue, paint and assemble…
