New research by the University of Bath and the University of São Paulo reveals that childhood trauma can influence risky behaviours in adolescence, driven by externalising behavioural problems, with implications for health interventions worldwide. Childhood trauma may do more than…
A new ADEPS assessment of Belgian French-speaking teenagers reveals stable body mass index over three decades but highlights concerning declines in grip strength and disparities in movement habits, prompting calls for targeted interventions to improve adolescent health and fitness. Belgian…
A new study from the University of Adelaide highlights the subtle signs of online grooming, urging parents to be alert to early, seemingly harmless interactions that may lead to exploitation among children aged 10 to 17 in Australia. Australian parents…
A Columbia University study spanning over two decades finds that reductions in pollutants such as PM2.5, nitrogen dioxide, and PAHs in New York City are associated with better cognitive test scores in young children, supporting the broader benefits of pollution…
New research from the University of Bath and the University of São Paulo links childhood trauma to behavioural issues in teenagers that could elevate the risk of smoking, drug use, and poor diet, highlighting the importance of early intervention. Childhood…
New research highlights the importance of adaptable teaching strategies in children’s ministries to support children with ADHD, promoting inclusion, engagement, and dignity through personalised approaches. Children with ADHD can bring energy, creativity and spontaneity to a church setting, but they…
Young people increasingly look to influencers for skincare advice, fuelling unrealistic beauty standards and unhealthy routines, say dermatologists calling for simpler, evidence-based approaches to teenage skin care. Social media is fuelling a growing obsession with “perfect” skin among teenagers, with…
A new study highlights how disparities in varsity sports access among American teenagers perpetuate social divides, revealing the potential of sport to foster belonging and community within schools. Sports are often treated as nothing more than entertainment, but they also…
Research reveals that genuine parent-practitioner collaboration, based on shared understanding and mutual respect, is crucial for children’s emotional security and learning, yet practical barriers often hinder meaningful engagement in early years settings. In early years settings, family partnership is too…
Celebrity chef Annabel Karmel urges parents to introduce fibre-rich, colourful foods into babies’ diets, highlighting new recipes designed to support gut health and develop reluctant eaters through fun, nutritious meals amid growing focus on early microbiome development. Annabel Karmel is…
