A neuroanatomist advocates for Rhythmic Movement Training, suggesting that developmental movement patterns may underpin attention issues in children, challenging traditional behaviour-focused explanations. As the new school term begins, one writer is urging parents to look beyond the usual talk of…
As social media platforms popularise simplified ADHD content, experts warn that complex diagnoses risk being distorted into trends, risking misdiagnosis and trivialisation amidst rising online communities and celebrity disclosures. Over the past few years, health advice has drifted ever further…
As online platforms transform the way people understand and discuss ADHD, experts warn that the line between helpful visibility and misleading simplification is becoming increasingly blurred, with potential implications for diagnosis and stigma. As health information has increasingly migrated online,…
Simple, accessible drawing techniques may help regulate nervous system and reduce stress, supported by emerging research and expert insights into the calming effects of art on mental health. Ten minutes with a pencil and paper may be enough to help…
Experts warn that children may experience unnoticed vision issues for years, emphasising the importance of early eye examinations to support learning and prevent long-term damage. Some children live with blurred or uneven vision for so long that they assume it…
The US Department of Health and Human Services escalates its review of hospitals providing gender-related treatments to minors, focusing on billing practices and potential legal violations following a new federal report and ongoing investigations. The Department of Health and Human…
Experts emphasise that understanding a child’s emotional needs and fostering connection can reduce power struggles, shifting the focus from control to cooperation in parenting. Parents often mistake a child’s resistance for defiance when it is really overwhelm. Children tend to…
Egyptian psychiatrist Sally El Sheikh highlights the importance of routines, reassurance, and reducing social pressure to help children adjust to the new school year smoothly, supported by advice from health and education authorities worldwide. Family routines and calm encouragement can…
Research reveals how well-meaning parental behaviours such as overprotection, inconsistent discipline, and overpraising can undermine children’s self-confidence and coping skills, highlighting the need for more mindful parenting approaches. After 12 years in classrooms, one lesson keeps repeating: many of the…
As social platforms prioritise influence and visibility, young people grapple with maintaining genuine friendships amid mounting online pressures, prompting calls for increased discernment and character-driven connections. Teenagers have always had to work out who their true friends are, but social…
