Parenting
A recent survey by Melbourne University's HILDA in 2020 revealed a sharp drop in financial literacy among young people aged 24 and under, raising concerns about the importance of teaching financial literacy in schools. While the national curriculum includes some aspects of financial literacy, its implementation is largely
Family
Families across Canada receiving the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) are now eligible for increased benefit amounts for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The Honourable Anna Gainey, Secretary of State (Children and Youth), announced that families can now receive up to $7,997 per child under the age of 6 and $6,
Family
Beneficiaries of the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) must file their taxes on time to continue receiving their payments, as the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) warns that delinquent filers risk halting their benefits. The CCB, also known as the baby bonus or child tax, is a tax-free monthly payment intended to
Family
In Illinois, when parents disagree over child custody arrangements, families often seek legal guidance. According to Illinois family law attorney Russell D. Knight, parenting time and decision-making are governed by court orders once parents separate, but complications arise when one parent fails to comply. Knight explains that while police can
Mediation
Research on the long-term effects of child abuse has shown that experiencing parental abuse in childhood is strongly linked to poorer executive functioning (EF) in adulthood. A recent study published in Developmental Psychology aimed to understand the underlying mechanisms of this relationship. The researchers, from the National University of Singapore,
Mediation
Research by investigators from Inner Mongolia Normal University has provided new insights into the relationship between parental psychological control and non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) among college students. The study aimed to investigate the chain mediation roles of relative deprivation and depression in this relationship, as well as the moderating role of
Mediation
In the age of digital information, preschool children are exposed to excessive electronic screens, which can have severe impacts on their health, adaptation, and family relationships. A recent study published in the journal Behavioral Sciences examines the relationships between co-parenting and preschoolers' problematic media use, as well as the
Mediation
The Lithuanian state provides various social support services to residents in need, and the Ministry of Social Security and Labour has made it easy to access this information through its website, www.kasmanpriklauso.lt. The website offers a wide range of services, including information on maternity and paternity benefits, child
Mediation
The Labour government is poised to overhaul the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system, potentially scrapping education, health, and care plans (EHCPs) that provide vital support for children with SEND. According to Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson, the government wants to ensure that every child receives the support they need,
Youth
As summer breaks leave children swimming in a sea of virtual reality, parents are increasingly concerned about their mental wellness. The excessive consumption of digital media has become a pressing issue, with children losing their balance between online and offline life. Research suggests that excessive screen time can lead to
Youth
A parent watchdog group, American Parents Coalition, has sounded the alarm about the left-wing climate advocacy group, Our Children's Trust (OCT), alleging that it is emotionally manipulating children to advance its climate agenda. The coalition cites OCT's lawsuits, curriculum materials, and social media posts that talk
Youth
Researchers at Izmir Katip Celebi University have found that parental support is essential for adolescents with type 1 diabetes, affecting their self-efficacy, quality of life, and glycemic control. The study, involving 79 adolescents with T1D, revealed a moderate positive relationship between parental collaboration and adolescent's quality of life,
