Dr. Iman Abu El Ela emphasises that lasting behaviour change in children and spouses stems from leading by example, highlighting the influence of daily routines and emotional contagion within families. Dr. Iman Abu El Ela, a specialist in education and…
New research challenges the idea that children from tougher backgrounds simply develop more slowly, revealing that pressure may hasten certain brain connections, yet impair cognitive functions, with notable sex-based differences. New research is challenging the common assumption that children from…
Researchers from the University of Edinburgh and Imperial College London find no clear link between children’s general screen use and later psychosocial issues, urging a focus on activity types rather than total time. Researchers from the University of Edinburgh and…
Emerging studies reveal that playful interactions between fathers and babies not only foster immediate confidence and communication skills but also have profound, lasting effects on emotional regulation and long-term wellbeing. What looks like simple roughhousing between a father and baby…
A comprehensive study involving 684 children finds that melatonin slightly reduces REM sleep without disrupting overall sleep patterns, highlighting both its potential benefits and the need for cautious use amid rising popularity. A large study of children taking melatonin has…
A new Frontiers in Neuroscience study uncovers how resting-state brain signals, particularly slow-4 ReHo, can differentiate children from adolescents with autism, highlighting the potential for developmental insights through frequency-specific measures. A new Frontiers in Neuroscience study suggests that resting-state brain…
With travel disruptions and increasing parental awareness, experts reveal innovative approaches to managing toddler tantrums on flights, emphasising preparation, calmness, and family-friendly space considerations. Travelling with a young child can turn even a routine flight into a test of patience.…
Psychologists warn that social media’s influence is increasingly harming teenagers by fostering comparison, anxiety, and exposure to risks beyond screen time, highlighting the need for healthier usage strategies. Psychologists are increasingly warning that social media is shaping adolescence in damaging…
Research from the University of Milano-Bicocca reveals that children who access social media before age 12 perform worse in language and maths, with impacts persisting into higher grades and highlighting social inequalities. Italian researchers have added fresh evidence to a…
A simplified sleep routine known as the 10-3-2-1-0 rule is capturing attention for offering a straightforward countdown to bedtime, emphasising habits like limiting caffeine, meals, work, and screens without the need for apps or devices. Experts see it as an…
