Experts highlight the importance of selecting suitable extracurricular activities for children, emphasising their role in social, emotional, and practical growth while warning against overcommitment. Extra-curricular activities can do far more than fill time after school. According to Diario de Sevilla,…
Everett Public Schools launch their first full-day pre-kindergarten in a move praised for boosting school readiness and socio-emotional development, with over 280 children benefiting from the expanded programme. Everett Public Schools opened its first full school day of pre-kindergarten on…
As concern grows over childhood and adolescent mental health in Brazil, experts highlight the importance of early identification and intervention to prevent long-term consequences of anxiety disorders. Anxiety and other mental health disorders in childhood and adolescence are drawing growing…
Initial results from Novo Nordisk’s STEP Young study show promising potential for semaglutide to reduce obesity in children, sparking renewed debate over early intervention and safety concerns. Novo Nordisk’s first topline data from its STEP Young study suggest that semaglutide…
Eating a balanced lunch with ample protein, fibre and healthy fats can significantly reduce afternoon hunger, according to recent research, challenging traditional low-fat advice and highlighting the importance of meal composition for sustained energy. Feeling hungry soon after lunch is…
An expert emphasises that fostering hope and emotional safety in children through civilised co-parenting can bolster resilience, emphasising the importance of love, stability, and honest communication between separated parents. For co-parents trying to raise resilient children, hope is not an…
Deja Martyr’s journey from a quiet child navigating family upheaval to managing citywide youth programmes highlights the vital role of well-funded, inclusive after-school initiatives in fostering resilience and social skills among young people, especially amid pandemic challenges. Deja Martyr says…
A recent study highlights how children’s language growth is influenced not just by direct interaction but also by ambient speech, challenging previous assumptions and shedding new light on early vocabulary development. Children may absorb far more language from adult conversation…
Paediatric experts urge families to vaccinate children against flu, highlighting increased risks and recent virus updates, even as optimism grows over vaccine efficacy and supply for the upcoming season. Parents should not assume the coming flu season will be mild,…
Soar Autism Centre has established one of the largest clinical teams trained in the Early Start Denver Model across the US, aiming to improve access to early autism therapies and standardise treatment quality amid staffing shortages. Soar Autism Centre said…
