Research from the Gottman Institute highlights practical strategies for parents to foster independence in teenagers without sacrificing emotional closeness, emphasising communication, trust, and digital responsibility. Adolescence can feel like a slow loosening of the bonds that once made parenting simple.…
A pioneering long-term Australian study reveals that children with higher levels of fitness are less likely to develop depression later in life, emphasising the importance of physical activity in mental health prevention. A long-running Australian study suggests children who are…
A Tokyo-led study highlights that loneliness and desire to be thinner significantly contribute to the higher rates of depression and suicidal thoughts among teenage girls, urging a holistic approach to youth mental health. A new study from Tokyo suggests that…
Researchers develop a streamlined, machine-learning-based parent questionnaire that improves early autism detection at 18 months, promising more timely interventions and better childhood outcomes. At the 18-month check-up, paediatricians are being asked to make a rapid judgment that can shape a…
Practical approaches like visual checklists, structured routines, and fostering ownership are transforming support for adolescents with ADHD, helping them navigate school and independence more effectively. Parents of teenagers with ADHD often wonder whether missed homework, forgotten books and last-minute panic…
A new research study suggests that just three minutes of contact with miniature horses and donkeys can significantly improve teenagers’ emotional well-being, highlighting the potential of low-cost animal-assisted support for youth facing emotional challenges. A few minutes with a miniature…
A new Rhode Island study suggests that sustained involvement in arts, particularly music, correlates with lower rates of chronic absenteeism among public school students, highlighting the potential educational benefits of arts integration. At Mount Pleasant High School in Providence, Danielle…
Public health officials in the US warn of rising measles cases and deaths, with outbreaks intensifying in Pennsylvania and across the country as vaccination coverage falls and misinformation spreads. Public health officials in the US are warning that measles continues…
Research suggests that parenting styles characterised by inconsistent discipline and inadequate supervision can significantly impact children’s emotional and behavioural health, emphasising the importance of balanced, authoritative parenting. A new study published in PLOS One adds to evidence that the way…
Experts highlight the surprising benefits of allowing children unstructured downtime in a digital age, arguing that brief periods of boredom promote resilience, creativity, and independence amid relentless screen time. Children’s boredom may feel inconvenient in the moment, but experts say…
