To Medicate or Not to Medicate: That Is the QuestionMedication for a child's mental health can lead to significant positive changes, but it's a deeply personal decision for parents.
NHS referrals for anxiety in children more than double pre-Covid levelsThe rate of children referred to NHS for anxiety has more than doubled since the pandemic, highlighting a mental health crisis.
To Medicate or Not to Medicate: That Is the QuestionMedication for a child's mental health can lead to significant positive changes, but it's a deeply personal decision for parents.
NHS referrals for anxiety in children more than double pre-Covid levelsThe rate of children referred to NHS for anxiety has more than doubled since the pandemic, highlighting a mental health crisis.
Moms and dads are hurting their kids through 'exploitative' viral 'sharenting' trendParents should be cautious with 'sharenting' on social media to prevent long-lasting effects on children's mental health.
Unless parents are pushing the issue, it can fizzle out': what to do if your child is bullied at schoolCharlotte O'Brien's tragic death underscores the need for better handling of bullying complaints in schools.
Overcoming Delays in Seeking Eating Disorder HelpParents are increasingly the first to notice eating disorder symptoms in children due to increased awareness.Understanding eating disorders helps parents provide better support and seek timely professional treatment.
Moms and dads are hurting their kids through 'exploitative' viral 'sharenting' trendParents should be cautious with 'sharenting' on social media to prevent long-lasting effects on children's mental health.
Unless parents are pushing the issue, it can fizzle out': what to do if your child is bullied at schoolCharlotte O'Brien's tragic death underscores the need for better handling of bullying complaints in schools.
Overcoming Delays in Seeking Eating Disorder HelpParents are increasingly the first to notice eating disorder symptoms in children due to increased awareness.Understanding eating disorders helps parents provide better support and seek timely professional treatment.
Under-16 social-media ban - a great idea from Down UnderAustralia's proposed social media ban for kids under 16 seeks to protect mental health by holding platforms accountable for screening.US lawmakers should consider Australia's approach to regulate social media use among minors.
Hospital claims truly shocking - health secretaryThe treatment of children at Joyce Parker Hospital is unacceptable, prompting a hospital closure and government investigation to ensure patient safety.
Ukraine delegation visits NHS to help war-torn childrenA Ukraine delegation visited East London NHS to learn about child mental health services.
Why we need a mental health moonshotMay is Mental Health Awareness month; there's a pressing need for a Mental Health Moonshot to address rising mental health issues and suicide rates in children.
Canada schools sue social media giants for $4.5bnSchool districts in major Canadian cities are suing social media companies for $4.5 billion, alleging harm to children's mental health and education.Legal actions claim social media platforms intentionally target children with addictive products, leading to mental health issues, disturbances in classrooms, and risks of sexual exploitation.