The Benefits of Outdoor Play for Children’s Development and Health
In an era where children spend increasing amounts of time indoors on screens, access to safe outdoor play has declined. Research shows that girls, children from minority backgrounds and those living in urban areas are less likely to play outdoors (unicef.org).
Screen Time and Children’s Health: Balancing Digital Life for Better Well‑Being
Digital devices are now woven into daily life. Children use tablets for schoolwork, stream videos for entertainment and text friends on phones. While technology offers countless benefits, it can also crowd out healthy behaviors.
How Leaky Gut Affects Children’s Minds and Bodies: What Recent Research Reveals
Parents and clinicians are increasingly asking whether gut health matters for a child’s behaviour, emotions, and brain development. A growing body of research shows that an unhealthy gut — a condition often described as intestinal dysbiosis or “leaky gut” — can influence physical health, cognitive development, and emotional regulation in children through the gut–brain–immune axis. Below we summarize the latest evidence, explain what it means in plain language, and offer practical, science-based takeaways.
A New Horizon in ADHD Screening: AI + Eye Imaging
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) remains one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions in children, yet diagnosing it reliably—with speed, objectivity, and scalability—has proven challenging. The diagnostic pathway conventionally relies heavily on behavioral evaluation, parent/teacher reports, and neuropsychological testing. These methods are valuable, but they bring subjectivity and resource burdens.
