The World Health Organization warns that President Donald Trump’s attempt to alter childhood vaccination policies lacks scientific support, as the US faces its worst measles resurgence in 35 years and critics scrutinise politicisation of vaccine guidance. The World Health Organization…
Recent figures reveal nearly 30% of teenagers in Kelantan exhibit moderate to severe depression, prompting a comprehensive push for earlier detection and community-based interventions to address escalating mental health concerns among young adults. Mental health concerns among young people in…
A Florida International University study finds that parental stress may drive children’s screen use, highlighting the importance of support and routines for healthy habits. Stress at home may be feeding children’s screen habits, according to a new study from Florida…
Parents often worry about delayed speech in toddlers, but recent research highlights the importance of early evaluation to distinguish between typical late talking and broader communication issues, enabling targeted support. Parents are often told not to worry when a toddler…
As concerns about teenage social isolation grow, experts stress the importance of meaningful connections over the number of friends, urging parents to recognise signs of distress and support their children’s emotional well-being. A mother’s worry is familiar to many parents:…
Dutch research highlights that missing periods among teenage girls who train intensively may indicate body strain and lower bone health, prompting calls for balanced training and nutrition. For teenage athletes, the disappearance of a monthly period can look like progress:…
A 12-week school-based programme in Spain integrating motor activities with soroban abacus training shows promising effects on young children’s self-regulation, emotional regulation, and classroom adjustment, highlighting innovative approaches to early education. Researchers in Spain say a 12-week school-based programme that…
A new framework advocates using virtual reality, gamified apps, and AI to help young athletes recover psychologically after competitions, addressing developmental and ethical challenges in elite adolescent sports. Elite adolescent athletes are increasingly being asked to perform in environments that…
As the new school year begins, psychologists emphasise the importance of recognising and validating children’s emotions rather than dismissing their nerves. Preparation and steady support are key to helping children manage first-day jitters and build confidence. As the new school…
A multidisciplinary team has introduced a standardised facts label for AI-enabled mental health tools to enhance transparency, assess risks, and safeguard users amid the rapid adoption of AI chatbots and digital therapies. As interest grows in artificial intelligence tools for…
