Receiving an autism diagnosis can transform family life, intensifying stresses but also fostering stronger communication and understanding among parents and siblings, as research highlights the importance of resilience and adaptability in navigating these changes. Receiving an autism diagnosis for a…
Peter Gray challenges traditional child psychology research, arguing that the established schooling environment imposes behavioural constraints that distort understanding of children’s natural behaviour and development. Peter Gray has spent years arguing that modern schooling does more than teach reading, writing…
A clinical psychologist highlights the importance of tailoring school, home, and social settings to better support autistic teenagers, emphasising environmental adjustments over resilience alone to promote genuine flourishing during adolescence. Autistic teenagers can thrive, but flourishing in adolescence does not…
Professor Taiwo James Obindo highlights how depression can manifest through the most inconspicuous signs, urging healthcare providers and the public to recognise its diverse presentations beyond traditional sadness. Depression is often mistaken for simple sadness, but Professor Taiwo James Obindo…
A new research suggests that the societal embedding of religious norms and the emphasis on interdependence can influence levels of anxiety in children and teenagers, potentially offering a protective effect against mental health issues. A new study suggests that the…
As Charlottesville schools reopen, UVA Health psychologists highlight normal nerves and offer guidance for parents to support children through school transitions and potential anxiety symptoms. As schools across the Charlottesville area prepare to reopen this week, a UVA Health child…
Congressman Pat Ryan champions new legislation aimed at curbing private equity involvement in youth sports to combat escalating fees and preserve community-focused leagues amidst rising financial pressures on families. Congressman Pat Ryan is backing legislation aimed at stopping private equity…
A Brazilian study suggests that a father’s consumption of ultra-processed foods before conception may influence a newborn’s weight and fat storage patterns, highlighting the importance of paternal nutrition prior to pregnancy. A father’s diet before conception may do more than…
With the summer holidays underway, parents are turning to easy, educational recipes like fruit skewers, mini pizzas, and smoothies to keep children occupied, foster independence, and develop essential skills in the kitchen. With schools out for the holidays, many parents…
Experts clarify that restlessness and talkativeness in children do not automatically indicate ADHD, emphasising that diagnosis involves thorough evaluation and understanding brain development, with practical responses being most effective in managing the condition. Child behaviour before school can be unsettling…
