As parents transition back to school routines, experts highlight that consistent routines and gradual food exposure can reduce mealtime stress and foster healthier eating habits in children without unnecessary pressure or perfection. As the long, loose rhythm of summer gives…
A new perspective on adolescent mental health highlights the importance of platform incentives and system design over merely limiting screen time, urging policymakers and educators to rethink strategies amidst widespread social media use among youth. Journalists covering youth mental health…
Understanding the common triggers of childhood anxiety, including change and family dynamics, can help parents provide the support needed to prevent worries from escalating into broader mental health issues. Children’s worry is a normal part of growing up, but it…
At AIDS 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, experts emphasised that despite advances, children and adolescents remain marginalised in the fight against HIV. The conference spotlighted innovative strategies like triple elimination and adolescent-focused care to accelerate progress and ensure no child…
As the new season begins, Damien Hillen highlights the crucial influence of post-match journeys on young footballers’ growth, emphasising calm, encouraging conversations over immediate debriefs to foster resilience and enjoyment. As the new season approaches, Damien Hillen argues that one…
A new parenting style emerges as ‘type C’ parents navigate the delicate balance between maintaining standards and accepting life’s unpredictable chaos, fostering resilience and connection in children. The latest online twist in the ever-expanding personality-language trend is the so-called type…
Research highlights the importance of framing and environment over confidence alone in improving exam outcomes, with studies suggesting that reducing anxiety and enhancing alertness can make a significant difference. Students often assume that the best way to do well in…
As children’s lives become increasingly connected online, experts emphasise integrating digital safety into everyday family routines through communication, shared device use, and appropriate supervision, rather than relying solely on technological controls. Children’s lives are now deeply intertwined with the internet,…
The shift towards constant connectivity and vigilant parenting is blurring the lines between camp and home, challenging the traditional values of independence and resilience in children’s outdoor experiences. The summer camp has long been sold as one of the last…
Despite their popularity among teens, health professionals emphasise that most young people can meet their nutritional needs through a balanced diet, with protein powders serving only specific cases under professional guidance. Protein shakes have found a firm place in teenage…
