As the UK advances policies that treat early years as integral to education, experts and Nordic models highlight the importance of quality, rights-based approaches to narrow developmental gaps and foster lifelong learning. The case for treating early years as part…
Psychologist Sarah Schäfer highlights the growing prevalence of burnout symptoms among school-age children, emphasising early recognition and supportive interventions to prevent long-term harm. Burnout is usually discussed as a work-related problem, but Sarah Schäfer says similar patterns are increasingly visible…
Research from Türkiye reveals that as preschool children grow older, their ability to understand others’ viewpoints influences social problem-solving through advances in working memory, highlighting the importance of integrated cognitive and emotional activities in early education. A new study from…
A new study suggests that loneliness and sleep quality significantly influence teenagers’ self-efficacy, with implications for mental health amid rising adolescent challenges worldwide. Adolescence is a sensitive stage for mental health, and the World Health Organisation says about one in…
As Bulgaria advances its move to electronic health records, health experts highlight updated guidance on early flu and chickenpox vaccinations for children, amidst ongoing confusion over paperwork and vaccine delivery methods. As autumn returns, parents are once again weighing when…
Research indicates that secure attachment in childhood plays a vital role in emotional and social resilience, particularly amid family stress and disadvantage, with long-lasting effects into adolescence. Attachment security in childhood appears to matter most when children are growing up…
A $17.1 billion settlement between Meta and US states has intensified debate over social media’s role in addictive behaviour and eye health, with experts warning of a rise in childhood myopia linked to excessive screen use and reduced outdoor activity.…
Researchers at AIIMS Delhi warn of increasing cases of obesity and polycystic ovary syndrome among teenage girls, highlighting the impact of screen time, diet, and lifestyle changes on adolescent health across India. AIIMS New Delhi researchers are warning that obesity…
Research suggests that children as young as four show brain changes associated with obesity risk, highlighting the potential for earlier intervention to prevent weight gain. Researchers at Florida International University say children as young as four with a higher body…
Experts advocate for emotion-focused parenting approaches that empower children to resolve disagreements independently, fostering healthier relationships during school holidays. Sibling rows are a normal part of family life, but they can be especially frequent during school holidays, when children spend…
