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Research findings help explain why symptoms present so differently from one child to the next, and why individualized supports and interventions are essential. The post New Study Identifies Different Biological Subtypes…
Phelan-McDermid syndrome (PMS) is caused in the majority of cases by the loss or mutation of one allele of the SHANK3 gene, located in human chr 22q13.33. PMS displays large interindividual differences in clinical…
Genetically defined neurodevelopmental syndromes provide a framework for examining constraints on language development. This study compared language performance in children and adolescents with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome…
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Specific Learning Disorders (SLDs) are among the most common neurodevelopmental conditions, affecting not only academic performance but also a child’s daily functioning and overall well-being. Alongside their learning…
Since the emergence of social media in 2004, it has become an increasingly influential medium for communication, education, and advocacy within healthcare. For child and adolescent mental health, it offers unique…
Adolescence represents a sensitive developmental period that can have lasting consequences for later health. This study investigates long-term patterns of subjective well-being during adolescence and their associations…
It is often assumed that phenotypic heterogeneity in autism reflects underlying pathobiological variation. However, direct evidence supporting this link is lacking. Leveraging cross-species functional neuroimaging, we…
Background Adolescents who engage in nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) show a high sensitivity to ostracism, and its effects may be amplified by dysregulated stress-system function. However, ecologically grounded…
If you’ve spent any time talking to other parents about sleep, you’ve probably heard about melatonin. One person swears by it. Someone else warns against it. And if your child is struggling to fall asleep, it can be hard…
Maternal depression during pregnancy has been associated with increased risk of offspring autism spectrum disorder (ASD) – a highly heritable neurodevelopmental disorder. However, no study to date has taken into account…
Background Individuals with fragile X syndrome (FXS) and Down syndrome (DS) have significant and pervasive challenges in language (and more specifically grammar) and executive functions (EFs). While these aspects of…
Paddy Pimblett, an English MMA champion, opens up about relying on training to strengthen his body and steady his mind. The post Paddy Pimblett on Mental Health Fitness appeared first on Child Mind Institute.
Background While parenting style is a well-established correlate of adolescent aggression, prior research has rarely compared specific parenting behaviours across distinct proactive and reactive aggression profiles. The…
Fathers play a crucial role in their children’s psychosocial development, positively influencing emotional, cognitive, and social competencies. Paternal Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can disrupt this dynamic…
Background In child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS), the principles of information provision and participatory decision-making have gained prominence, reflecting both legal mandates and ethical standards…
The fellowship is designed to support a new generation of communicators working to shape child and adolescent mental health care in low- and middle-income countries, in addition to the SNF Global Center’s core country…
Background This two-arm, assessor-blinded, randomized controlled trial investigated the effect of a 16-week Executive Function Training Course (EFTC) based on the principles of ABA for preschool children with ASD…
What you’re describing sounds really overwhelming. I’m glad you reached out. The fears you mention — being scared of doing something against your will, worrying you might not have control, and feeling intensely concerned…
A huge long-term study found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day was linked to a much lower risk of dementia, especially before age 75. Researchers say caffeine may help keep brain cells active while reducing…
The event brought together advocates and distinguished individuals dedicated to equipping children and families with the skills they need to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving online and social environments. The post The…
Alexa Grasso knows the importance of prioritizing her mental well-being alongside her physical training. The post Alexa Grasso on Mental Health Fitness appeared first on Child Mind Institute.
Ask Kai is a conversational symptom checker that helps parents and caregivers understand their child's behavior and points them to appropriate resources. The post Finding Answers When Your Child Is Struggling…
Known for embodying the color yellow and sharing sunshine, influencer Anna Sitar always keeps it honest when it comes to her mental health. Rather than curating only the good moments, Anna shares how she keeps her mental…
By Mai El Shoush, Partnerships Campaign Manager, Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Global Center for Child and Adolescent Mental Health at the Child Mind Institute In Conversation with Waves for Change The world’s oceans…
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Scientists have uncovered a hidden “stop-scratching” signal in the nervous system that tells your brain when enough scratching is enough. The discovery centers on a molecule called TRPV4, which acts like part of an…
Identifying precursors to ADHD, which affects up to 5% of children, is crucial for early identification and support. To this end, we used a prospective sample to investigate endogenous attention and activity level in…
You may have a memory of being separated from a parent when you were a child, even just for a few minutes. Maybe you lost them in a crowd or wandered a little too far at the store and felt panicked and afraid. A moment…
Background Fragile X syndrome (FXS) lacks FDA-approved treatments despite various small molecules contributing to phenotypic rescue in the FMR1 knockout (KO) mouse model. Translation from the mouse model has been…
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