For many autistic people, like Ash, familiar clothes can be a lifeline. Helping with sensory regulation and providing a source of comfort. So making them last longer really matters. Currently, autistic girls are three times less likely to receive a diagnosis than boys. Ash was diagnosed at 14. Share the film. Join in on social […]
High spring pollen count will increase allergies and Covid cases, warns medical testing expert: A wet March and global warming mean Brits are facing a severe allergy season and a heightened risk of Covid this spring, warns expert. The ‘double-whammy’ of global warming and a wet March means there is an increased chance of high […]
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Long-term safety of common ADHD medication for children and adolescents, global team finds. Long-term use of methylphenidate, the most commonly prescribed medication for treating ADHD, does not increase the risk of adverse developmental and psychiatric outcomes in children and adolescents, an international research team has found. The findings have led experts to argue for the […]
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Suicide prevention apps lack input from those with experience, according to new study: The vast majority of online suicide prevention tools have not been co-designed by those with experience of mental health concerns, which may mean users do not engage as effectively, according to a new study. Dr Dianne Wepa, Associate Professor in Mental Health […]
Here are some small but practical things that can help elderly patients with Dementia: More than 7 million people aged 65 and over in the US suffer from dementia, and the risk of developing this disease significantly increases with age. While this can be a difficult topic to face, there are many practical steps that […]
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A study has found that nearly 40% of those who recognised they had hearing loss did not inform a doctor or nurse. However, this can lead to social isolation, depression, and reduced quality of life, with untreated hearing loss linked to an increased risk of dementia, falls, and other health issues. The new study reveals […]
The world of online gaming is forever expanding and has become extremely popular over the past decade among younger generations. Although online gaming can help children learn how to socialize and develop observational skills and problem-solving, it can also cause more harm than good if time is not monitored and addiction sets in. Cybersecurity expert […]
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Is Pilates Good for Weight Loss? Yes, But Lagree Is Better. We’ve all heard that Pilates is great for weight loss, but what if we told you there was a new way to help you lose even more weight? Lagree fitness is the latest form of Pilates-based exercise, and it’s quickly becoming one of the […]
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The advantages of living in cities for children and adolescents’ healthy growth and development are shrinking across much of the world, according to a new global analysis of trends in child and adolescent height and body mass index (BMI) led by Imperial College London and published in Nature. The research, by a global consortium of […]
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There are many foods loved by pet owners and by their dogs – that can make their pets very ill! Examples include grapes, sultanas, avocados, peaches, plums, macadamia nuts and ice cream. However, at this time of year the food to be most wary of is…. chocolate. With human chocolate in abundance at this time […]