A large international study indicates that teenagers engaging in a wide range of arts and creative activities tend to perform better in reading and report higher life satisfaction, highlighting the potential benefits of diverse creative involvement beyond formal arts education.…
Experts warn that marketing labels like ‘fit’, ‘zero sugar’ or ‘high in fibre’ can mask unhealthy ingredients in popular convenience foods, raising concerns about dietary habits and chronic disease risk. Health-focused labels can be persuasive, especially for parents and busy…
A 2017 University of Toledo study finds that reducing the number of toys available to toddlers enhances their engagement and creativity during play, challenging the idea that more toys mean better development. A small University of Toledo study from 2017…
Penn State research shows that everyday acts of connection by parents, teachers, and community members significantly reduce the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviour among teenagers, highlighting the power of healthy relationships in prevention efforts. Teen suicide prevention often begins…
As teenagers increasingly incorporate protein powders into their diets, experts emphasise cautious use, label-reading, and the importance of balanced nutrition over supplements, amid rising safety concerns about heavy metals and reckless consumption. Children are often curious about whatever a parent…
Malnutrition in the Philippines costs the economy approximately $8.5 billion each year, highlighting the urgent need for multisectoral interventions to boost productivity, education outcomes, and long-term growth, according to World Bank estimates. Malnutrition is draining the Philippine economy by about…
Brazil’s Health Ministry has extended access to the HPV vaccine for young children who have experienced sexual violence, lowering the age from nine to two, as part of efforts to enhance protection and response to abuse cases. Brazil’s Health Ministry…
As Malaysia faces a doubling of child and teen mental health issues since 2019, experts call for comprehensive support systems to prevent rising youth suicides, highlighting urgent community and institutional interventions. A child who seems to disappear at school may…
Clare de Boer, the Manhattan chef and mother of four, shares her practical approach to baking with kids, emphasising participation over perfection and highlighting the educational benefits of making muffins together. Clare de Boer has found that the easiest way…
Medical specialists in Taiwan are urging parents to monitor children’s growth patterns closely, particularly for those born small for gestational age, to enable early intervention and prevent long-term development issues amidst regional height concerns. Taiwan’s doctors are urging parents to…
