Rates of Depression in Children and Adolescents With ADHD: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

The intersection of neurodevelopmental disorders and mood stability has become a focal point of modern pediatric psychiatry, as a comprehensive new meta-analysis reveals that children and adolescents diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity…

Polygenic scores for autism are associated with reduced neurite density in adults and children from the general population.

Recent advancements in neurogenetics have fundamentally altered our understanding of the relationship between human DNA and the physical architecture of the brain. A landmark study published in the journal Molecular…

Unlawful Disposal of Unclaimed Corpses Suspected in Grim Discovery of 56 Bodies, Mostly Children, in Trinidad and Tobago Cemetery

A disturbing discovery in the Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting a full-scale investigation by law enforcement. Fifty-six bodies, predominantly those of infants,…

Grammar Acquisition in Preschool Children is Related to White Matter Maturation of the Dorsal Language Network

The transition from the simplistic utterances of a toddler to the complex, rule-governed sentences of a preschooler represents one of the most profound milestones in human development. Between the ages…

Metacognitive Ratings on Cognitive Tasks: Task Difficulty and Effort Rating Differences in Children With ADHD and Neurotypical Children

A landmark study recently published in the Journal of Attention Disorders has revealed significant discrepancies in how children diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) perceive their own mental exertion compared to…

Alarming Study Reveals Fast Fashion Children’s Clothing Exceeds Lead Safety Limits

New early research presented at a prominent scientific conference has raised significant concerns regarding the safety of children’s clothing, particularly garments sourced from the fast fashion industry. Undergraduate researchers at…

More than correlates: Longitudinal evidence of bidirectional effects between associative learning and fluid intelligence in elementary school children

A multi-year study tracking the cognitive development of elementary school students has uncovered a profound, reciprocal relationship between the ability to form new mental associations and the capacity for abstract…

Unseen Dangers in Children’s Wardrobes: Fast Fashion Shirts Exceed Lead Safety Limits in New Study

Fast fashion, a ubiquitous presence in modern children’s apparel, is facing scrutiny following alarming findings from early research conducted by undergraduate students at Marian University. A study presented at the…

Austria Unveils Ambitious Plan to Ban Children Under 14 from Social Media Amidst Growing Concerns

Austria is poised to implement a significant legislative measure, proposing a compulsory minimum age of 14 for children to access social media platforms. This bold move, announced by conservative junior…

Meta Ordered to Pay $375 Million in Landmark Verdict for Misleading Consumers and Endangering Children

A jury in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Tuesday delivered a significant blow to Meta Platforms, ordering the tech giant to pay $375 million in civil penalties. The verdict came…