A new analysis reveals that parental hesitation towards the HPV vaccine in the US persists at high levels, influenced by race, family background, and healthcare provider recommendations, with recent progress stalling. A new analysis of U.S. survey data suggests that…
New research reveals that later sleep schedules and social jet lag in teenagers may influence brain regions involved in emotion and reward, highlighting a potential public health concern over circadian misalignment beyond sleep duration. A new analysis of U.S. adolescents…
Key suppliers and wholesalers are creating a data-driven framework to evaluate how planned changes to School Food Standards affect what children eat, aiming to provide evidence on policy effectiveness amid rising food costs and reform efforts. Key suppliers and wholesalers…
As children progress through middle school, parents face a delicate balance of guiding independence and providing support. Experts share fresh strategies to help families navigate this transformative phase with patience and grace. Middle school can be one of the most…
New research from the University of Dar es Salaam underscores the enduring challenge of child undernutrition in sub-Saharan Africa, revealing that combined strategies addressing food security, healthcare, sanitation, and caregiver support are essential to drive meaningful change. Child malnutrition remains…
The surge in mental health diagnoses among young people reflects a combination of genuine increases in certain conditions, improved detection, and societal changes, with the pandemic acting as a catalyst, experts reveal. The rising visibility of mental health in public…
While teachers’ observations can highlight early signs of autism, child health professionals emphasise the importance of comprehensive evaluation, considering co-existing conditions and individual circumstances to ensure accurate diagnosis and suitable support. A teacher flagging possible signs of autism can be…
A recent MRI study uncovers widespread brain structural differences associated with psychopathic traits in adolescent boys, challenging the idea of isolated regional abnormalities and offering insights into persistent antisocial behaviour. A study of incarcerated boys suggests that elevated psychopathic traits…
A 12-week combined movement and cognitive training programme in Jakarta improves motor skills and reasoning while decreasing problematic internet use, highlighting the benefits of structured extracurricular activities for youth development. A 12-week after-school exercise programme that mixed movement drills with…
As youth mental health admissions soar, Norfolk’s new in-patient facility and community initiatives aim to transform support for vulnerable children and adolescents, highlighting the urgent need for integrated care. Youth mental health is becoming impossible to ignore, and the loss…
