Introduction Imagine yourself on a playground—children laughing and learning, parents observing, and experts jotting down notes. Each of these onlookers might hold different beliefs about how these young minds grow and evolve. How do these beliefs vary, and what do they tell us about the nature of cognitive development? Welcome to a captivating exploration of […]
Tag: Pediatrics
Understanding the Movement of Pregnant Women After Earthquakes: A Psychological Journey
Introduction: The Unseen Waves of Change Imagine the ground beneath your feet suddenly giving way to chaos. Everything transforms within seconds, from solid and safe to uncertain and unstable. This is the harsh reality faced by those who live through large-scale earthquakes. But beyond the obvious physical devastation lies another significant impact often overlooked: the […]
Untangling the Mind: Exploring Adolescent Gender Dysphoria and Mental Health
Introduction: Diving into the Emotional Labyrinth Imagine standing in front of a maze with countless paths, each leading towards different futures but none offering a clear direction. This is somewhat akin to the complex experience of adolescent gender dysphoria (GD). This term, unfamiliar to many, refers to the distress or discomfort that arises when a […]
The Curious Case of Kids and fMRI Machines: Understanding the Wriggle and Jiggle**
— Introduction: Cracking the Code of Childhood Fidgeting Imagine a room filled with the wonder and curiosity of childhood, the kind of environment where young minds explore the world with boundless energy. Now, place one of these energetic children in the tube of a magnetic wonderland known as an fMRI machine, designed to peer into […]
Understanding Adolescent Gender Dysphoria: Unraveling the Threads of Identity
Introduction: The Journey of Self-Discovery Adolescence is a transformative period, a tumultuous chapter in life where identities are forged, experimented with, and sometimes mystifyingly defied. It is during these impressionable years that many teenagers confront questions about who they truly are. Within this journey of self-discovery, gender dysphoria—a condition where a person experiences discomfort or […]
Breaking Down Barriers: Understanding Stigma and Support Among Caregivers in Addis Ababa
Stigma can be a heavy weight to bear, particularly when associated with mental illness. Think about it: how often do we discuss mental health openly, without a whisper of judgment or preconceived notions? The reality is double-edged for primary caregivers of children and adolescents with mental health conditions. They don’t just contend with the challenges […]
The Hidden Ties That Bind: Exploring Parent Mental Health and Its Ripple Effect on Parent-Child Bonds
Introduction Imagine standing at the edge of a vast ocean, its depths filled with secrets waiting to be discovered. Such is the intriguing world of parent-child relationships, where the health and wellbeing of a parent can ripple through generations, influencing emotional bonds and attachment. In the research paper titled “The implications of parent mental health […]
The Mysteries of Motherhood: How Pregnancy Hypertension Shapes Child Development
Introduction Picture this: a gentle heartbeat pulsing under the skin, a growing human nestled within the warmth of a mother’s womb. It’s a scene that’s as old as time, brimming with potential and the promise of a new generation. Yet, beneath this wonder lies a complex and, at times, precarious relationship between mother and child, […]
Early Diagnosis Through Next-Generation Sequencing: A New Dawn for Childhood-Onset Epilepsies
Introduction Imagine sitting in a room with vibrant walls, topped with colorful toys scattered about the floor. The squeals and giggles of children fill the air. Amidst this joyful noise, it’s easy to overlook the quiet, anxious gaze of a parent holding their child, navigating the frightening landscape of childhood-onset epilepsies. Now, imagine the relief […]
How Childhood Mindprints Foretell Our Longevity
Introduction Imagine being able to predict the length of a person’s life just by examining how their brain developed during childhood. While this may sound like science fiction, it’s actually a real and intriguing subject of study in the world of psychology. Welcome to the exploration of the “Childhood neurodevelopmental markers and risk of premature […]