Despite over $1.2 billion spent on expanding transitional kindergarten in California, experts question whether current measures effectively assess the programme’s true impact, raising concerns about whether access translates to meaningful early learning. California’s push to make transitional kindergarten universal was…
Child development specialists advise parents to use validating language instead of commanding children to calm down, fostering better emotional understanding and regulation during meltdowns. Parents often reach for “calm down” when a child is distressed, but child development specialists say…
Leana S. Wen warns that modern equipment and protocols do not fully protect children from the risks of repeated head impacts in contact sports, advocating for rule changes to minimise brain injury risks. Parents looking to protect children from chronic…
Recent guidance emphasises responding to newborns’ early hunger and fullness cues to foster healthier feeding relationships, moving away from clock-based routines and recognising the significance of context and individual needs. Responsive feeding is built around a simple idea: babies communicate,…
Indonesia collaborates with Japan’s JICA to pilot the shokuiku food education approach within its free nutritious school meal programme, aiming to deepen students’ understanding of food origins, reduce waste, and enrich the educational value of meals. Indonesia’s National Nutrition Agency…
A new study reveals that having a smartphone at age 12 may double the likelihood of developing eating-disorder symptoms by age 14, highlighting the importance of timing and content exposure in children’s digital habits. A new study suggests that ownership…
As children with autism transition into adulthood and old age, systemic gaps in support and continuity threaten to undermine their independence and well-being, highlighting the urgent need for reforms in lifelong care models. At UCLA’s PEERS Clinic, I spent time…
The United States reports record-high measles cases this year, driven by declining immunisation coverage and outbreaks in low-vax communities, as health officials ramp up response efforts. The United States has recorded 3,659 confirmed measles cases so far this year, according…
A recent study reveals that taking a one-week break from platforms like Instagram and TikTok can significantly reduce anxiety, depression, and insomnia among young adults, highlighting the importance of mindful social media use. A new study suggests that cutting back…
Emerging studies link prolonged social media use and early adoption among children to increased risks of anxiety and depression during adolescence, prompting renewed concern among parents, educators, and health professionals. Children who spend long periods on social media may face…
