Research in Spain reveals that sustained instrumental practice and educational support play a more crucial role than background traits in shaping adolescents’ musical self-belief, emphasising the impact of learning environments. Musical self-concept in teenagers appears to be shaped less by…
A new study suggests that short-term sleep deprivation and caffeine intake have minimal effects on teenage decision-making, highlighting the complexity of adolescent risk behaviours. Adolescence is a period when decision-making systems are still maturing, with earlier research linking the age…
A longitudinal study of the For Baby’s Sake programme reveals that whole-family interventions can help parents living with abuse develop safer, more stable parenting skills, potentially disrupting the intergenerational cycle of violence. A longitudinal study of the For Baby’s Sake…
A recent study indicates that a wider range of structured activities might mitigate the adverse effects of screen exposure on girls’ verbal working memory, though researchers urge caution and further investigation. A study of 1,138 6- and 7-year-olds suggests that…
President Donald Trump has ordered a major overhaul of childhood vaccination guidelines, reducing recommended immunisations from 17 to 11 and proposing the split of MMR into individual vaccines, amid criticism from medical experts and public health officials. US President Donald…
During Speech Pathology Week, Aspect emphasises that supporting autistic children’s communication requires recognising various methods beyond speech, including gestures, signs, and AAC, to foster confidence and participation. For many parents of autistic children, one of the first worries is whether…
Amid a digital age, young people are increasingly seeking in-person intellectual activities like chess and quiz clubs to foster social ties and cognitive development, moving away from endless screen time, according to Moscow-based commentary and recent research. Young people’s growing…
A growing shift towards calmer, more emotionally supportive parenting methods centred on co-regulation is reshaping how adults help children navigate intense feelings, fostering resilience through small, consistent acts of reassurance. In homes where tantrums and tears are part of the…
Research indicates UK children spend nearly a month a year on screens, raising worries about impact on sleep, behaviour, and social skills, prompting experts to advocate for balanced routines and alternative activities. Children in the UK are spending about a…
A comprehensive analysis of structural MRI scans across multiple studies reveals inconsistent brain signatures for autism, depression, and bipolar disorder, casting doubt on their use as diagnostic tools in psychiatry. Structural MRI scans have failed to produce consistent brain signatures…
