Two randomised trials found that Youth Guidance’s Becoming a Man programme sharply reduced violent-crime arrests among teenage boys while they were enrolled, apparently by slowing impulsive reactions rather than building grit or offering conventional mentoring. A Chicago school programme built…
Hamburg’s Ankerland clinic supports severely traumatised children such as Tim, whose recovery from repeated neglect required nine years of intensive therapy and support. When Andreas Krüger first met Tim, the boy was not yet five and was already carrying the…
The WHO says lead exposure causes irreversible harm and remains widespread, but fewer than half of countries legally control lead in paint. The World Health Organization has urged governments to step up efforts to curb lead exposure, warning that the…
A 6.7-point drop since 2019-20 has left South Dakota among 18 states with kindergarten MMR coverage below 90%, as measles cases continue to emerge. South Dakota’s kindergarten MMR vaccination rate has slipped well below the level public health officials say…
A small University of Toledo study found that toddlers played for longer and explored more creatively when offered four toys instead of 16, suggesting that a less crowded play space may support deeper attention. Parents who feel overwhelmed by an…
Interviews with six young women and their parents suggest that professional guidance, family involvement and hands-on CBT-informed exercises may help sustain engagement, but researchers stress the evidence remains preliminary. A small qualitative study published in the International Journal of Eating…
Researchers warn that measles can damage the immune system’s memory cells, wiping out protection built through past infections and vaccinations and increasing the risk of other illnesses long after recovery. Measles is often remembered for its fever, cough, rash and…
Research suggests that exercising in natural surroundings can improve mood, restore attention and reduce stress hormones beyond the benefits of physical activity alone. Exercising outdoors can do more than improve fitness; it may also help calm the mind. The idea,…
A Cairo University Hospital nutrition consultant says staples such as fava beans, lentils and koshari can form the basis of balanced, affordable meals when paired with vegetables and sensible portions. A healthy diet does not have to be expensive, according…
For some Hong Kong families, leaving a prestigious school is proving less a setback than a route back to confidence, learning and calmer home life. For many Hong Kong parents, getting a child into a prestigious school once felt like…
