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...Centre Logo] As a lecturer and researcher with an interest in child and adolescent mental health, I would encourage parents and caregivers to think about the psychological aspects of child development – and how we can have rather limited views on what constitutes ‘normal’ or healthy emotional and social development. For instance, in terms of gender role...

...research say? One study found that elite athletes were more likely to be later born children showing an association between birth order and skill level. In an earlier study on the physical performance of pre-school children, those children with older brothers or sisters performed better than only or first born children. So why is this the case? The competiveness for...

...research show that autism isn’t caused by parenting choices - yet myths that blame mothers continue to resurface. Donald Trump’s recent comments about paracetamol and pregnancy are just the latest example...US president Donald Trump’s claim that pregnant women should avoid paracetamol – a statement that is both harmful and not backed by the science – fits into a...

...research through the Centre for Society, History and Learning Disabilities (SHLD). You will also have opportunities to attend inclusive events that bring together practitioners, academics, people with learning disabilities and families, showcasing cutting edge UK and international research and practice. A profession that changes lives Learning disability nursing is not...