A survey in Taiwan reveals rising appearance-related anxiety among over 10,000 students, leading to widespread mask-wearing, self-esteem issues, and a normalization of cosmetic procedures, with family and social media influences amplifying the crisis. A survey of more than 10,000 junior…
Parents are encouraged to equip teenage boys with practical skills and scripts to challenge sexist behaviour, recognising that adolescence and peer pressure make intervention challenging yet crucial in preventing sexual violence. Parents trying to help teenage boys make sense of…
Research shows that children are more likely to stay engaged with coding when projects connect to their passions, progress is visible, and their work is valued, highlighting practical strategies for maintaining interest during early years. Children are far more likely…
As soccer remains broadly popular across all ages, experts highlight the importance of targeted training and cautious return-to-play strategies to reduce injury risks among players re-engaging with the field. Soccer’s broad appeal is one reason it remains one of the…
Child psychologist Jeffrey Bernstein highlights common parental behaviours that can unintentionally damage a child’s self-confidence, emphasising supportive, validation-based approaches to foster independence and resilience. Parents usually want the same thing: for children to feel capable, secure and ready for the…
A new study reveals that childhood vaccination coverage across the European Union is declining after decades of steady progress, raising concerns about increased risks of preventable disease outbreaks amid pandemic-related setbacks. A new analysis published in The Lancet Regional Health,…
As a recent Cornell University scandal reopens discussions around sexual assault, experts emphasise the importance of starting conversations about body autonomy and consent with children from a young age to prevent future abuse and empower young people to speak up.…
Adopting a repeatable, flexible weekly routine can alleviate the stress of gluten-free meal planning, ensuring safety, savings, and variety for families managing gluten sensitivities or allergies. Meal planning for a gluten-free family becomes much easier when it is treated as…
A historical study leveraging UK Biobank data suggests that lower sugar intake in the first two years of life could be linked to reduced anxiety in later years, highlighting the importance of early nutrition on long-term brain health. Exposure to…
Depression can subtly reshape daily life and relationships, often going unnoticed. Experts emphasise the importance of recognising symptoms early to seek appropriate treatment and support. Depression can reshape ordinary life in ways that are easy to miss at first. The…
