Experts warn that early signs of unhealthy friendships in children, including secrecy, mood swings, and social withdrawal, can reveal underlying issues like bullying or online harassment; early intervention and open communication are vital. Parents often welcome a new friendship as…
Edge Hill University is set to investigate how gambling-like features in video games, such as microtransactions and loot boxes, influence primary school children, with a focus on neurodivergent pupils amid growing regulatory concerns. Edge Hill University has secured more than…
Expert guidance highlights the value of easy, protein-rich, and colourful snack options that support children’s health and make mindful choices accessible for families amid busy schedules. Healthy snacking can do more than bridge the gap between meals. Nutrition guidance from…
Boulder Valley School District begins implementing a neurodiversity-affirming approach after parental protests highlight shortcomings of traditional autism interventions like ABA, sparking a broader debate on inclusive practices in schools. Boulder Valley School District’s shift towards a neurodiversity-affirming approach began, unusually,…
A new study reveals that biological markers linked to heart and metabolic diseases can be detected in children from the age of eight, potentially allowing earlier intervention to prevent future health issues. A new study suggests the biological roots of…
Recent research underscores the biological shift in adolescents’ sleep patterns, highlighting the need for later school start times to combat widespread sleep deprivation and its associated health risks among teenagers. Teenagers are not being difficult when they struggle to fall…
New research from the University of Iowa reveals that pairing speech with gestures strengthens brain-to-brain connections during problem-solving, offering practical insights for enhancing early learning and parent-child interactions. As the new school term begins, fresh research from the University of…
The UK government is introducing the largest update to school meal regulations in over a decade, aiming to ensure healthier, more nutritious meals for millions of pupils and including measures such as increased fresh produce, reduced sugar, and improved accountability.…
A growing body of research reveals how common body-focused repetitive behaviours, such as nail biting and scalp scratching, can develop into disorders linked to stress, genetics, and neurological factors, prompting calls for improved diagnosis and targeted treatment. A small, automatic…
Academics in Ireland urge ministers to broaden the country’s existing sugar tax beyond fizzy drinks to include biscuits, sweets, and chocolates, citing cheap, high-calorie snacks as a major driver of obesity and urging policy change to promote healthier choices. Researchers…
