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A New Hope for Children with Dravet Syndrome: Breakthrough Drug Cuts Seizures by Up to 91%
Researchers have developed a promising new treatment called zorevunersen that dramatically reduces seizures in children with Dravet syndrome, a rare and severe form of epilepsy. Early results show the drug not only controls seizures but also improves quality of life for young patients.
Source: Science Daily — Children's Health
Why Your Child Won't Eat: It's About Feelings, Not Just Pickiness
New research reveals that a child's picky eating and fear of new foods are deeply connected to their emotional wellbeing and how accepted they feel at home. Parents who create a warm, emotionally supportive environment may naturally see their children become more adventurous eaters.
Source: Frontiers in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
New Research Shows mRNA COVID Vaccines During Pregnancy Are Safe for Baby Development
A major study tracking over 400 toddlers found no link between mRNA COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy and autism or developmental delays. The research provides reassuring evidence that these vaccines do not affect your child's speech, motor skills, behaviour, or social development.
Source: Science Daily — Children's Health
Why Your Daughter Might Be Diagnosed with Autism Later Than You'd Expect
A landmark Swedish study tracking nearly 3 million people reveals that girls are being diagnosed with autism much later than boys—often not until their teenage years. This finding challenges the long-held belief that autism predominantly affects boys and has important implications for how we identify and support autistic girls in Singapore.
Source: Science Daily — Children's Health
Teaching Teens to Spot AI Mistakes: A Game-Changer for Math Skills
A new study shows that when students learn to find errors in AI-generated math solutions, they get better at both maths AND understanding AI's limitations. This skill is becoming essential for teenagers growing up in an AI-powered world.
Source: Frontiers in Education
Understanding Your Visually Impaired Child's Learning Skills: What New Research Tells Us
Children with visual impairment often face challenges with planning, memory, and self-control—skills that are crucial for learning. New research shows that using touch and sound-based activities can better assess and support these abilities.
Source: Frontiers in Developmental Psychology
What Teenage Mothers Really Face: A Study That Changes How We Support Them
New research reveals that adolescent mothers experience severe emotional strain, disrupted education, and limited healthcare access—yet show remarkable resilience. Understanding their struggles can help us build better support systems for young mothers everywhere.
Source: PLOS ONE — Education
Why So Many Singapore Parents Turn to Traditional Medicine for Young Children—And What You Should Know
A major study reveals that nearly 9 out of 10 parents use traditional remedies for their children, often without telling their doctors. Understanding why this happens—and how to use traditional medicine safely alongside modern healthcare—matters for every family.
Source: PLOS ONE — Education
Why Your Teen with ADHD Zones Out (Even When They're Trying Hard)
New research reveals that ADHD brains literally slip into sleep-like states during demanding tasks, even when awake. Understanding this brain pattern can help parents support their teens with more empathy and better strategies.
Source: Science Daily — Children's Health
What Parents of Children with Autism Really Need: Lessons from Kuwait That Apply to Singapore
A study of parents raising children with autism in Kuwait reveals that while specialist services can create real breakthroughs, families face exhausting battles with complex systems and high costs. Singapore parents navigating similar challenges will recognise these struggles—and learn what actually works.
Source: Frontiers in Education
How Childhood Stress Can Affect Your Child's Digestion for Life
New research reveals that stress during childhood can disrupt the gut-brain connection, leading to digestive problems that may persist into adulthood. Understanding this link helps parents recognise why their child's tummy troubles might need more than just medical treatment.
Source: Science Daily — Children's Health
Why Your Teen Needs to Sleep In: What Science Says About Later School Start Times
A groundbreaking study shows that when schools allow flexible start times, teenagers naturally sleep 45 minutes longer and perform better academically. For Singapore parents, this research highlights a critical gap between our teens' biology and our early school schedules.
Source: Science Daily — Children's Health