While ADHD remains a persistent neurodevelopmental disorder, recent research highlights evolving approaches to treatment and the potential for symptoms to diminish over time, offering renewed hope for families navigating this lifelong condition. For many families, the start of the school…
Fellesskoleutvalget in Norway proposes blending after-school care more closely into the school day for young children, emphasising play-based learning and diversified subjects, as part of a broader education reform debate. Fellesskoleutvalget is preparing a significant shift in the early years…
As digital citizenship becomes a fundamental part of childhood education, experts highlight the importance of ongoing lessons in online safety, respect, information literacy, and responsible behaviour to prepare children for a connected world. Digital citizenship is increasingly being treated as…
Research suggests that limiting sugar consumption during pregnancy and early childhood may reduce long-term dementia risk, highlighting the importance of early nutrition in brain health. Reducing sugar intake in early life, including during pregnancy and the first 2 years after…
Many children and parents are unprepared for the significant shift in expectations during Year 3, which can trigger anxiety and behavioural changes. Experts emphasise the importance of steady support to help children navigate this critical stage in their educational and…
Experts emphasize the importance of regular sleep and wake times to regulate the body’s internal clock, potentially alleviating chronic insomnia and improving overall health. For anyone battling ongoing insomnia, the most effective fix may be the least glamorous one: keeping…
A recent review highlights emerging EEG-based closed-loop systems that could revolutionise mental health management through real-time interventions, though challenges in robustness, ethics, and practical deployment persist. A new review in Frontiers in Neuroscience says EEG-based brain-computer interfaces are moving beyond…
Research shows that teenagers with ADHD face unique sleep challenges linked to delayed melatonin release and mental racing, with treatment adjustments and good sleep hygiene offering potential improvements. Sleep is a basic need for adolescents, but for those living with…
Research from north-west Italy reveals that professionally guided, structured exercise programmes yield specific fitness benefits in primary school children, surpassing the effects of popular routines like The Daily Mile, though overall gains remain modest. A six-month school trial in north-west…
Donald Trump has signed an executive order restructuring childhood vaccine recommendations in the US, reducing the list to 11 key vaccines and recommending separate doses for the MMR, sparking controversy over vaccination practices and autism claims. Donald Trump has launched…
