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Single parents with dependent children recorded the highest risk of poverty or social exclusion among all household type.

This second annual trend report outlines and summarises new policy developments in the area of child and family policy in the 28 EU Member States (EU28), and reports on progress[…]

The European Platform for Investing in Children (EPIC) has released updated country profiles for each EU Member State.

The burnout can have serious consequences for both parent and child, increasing parental neglect, harm, and thoughts about escape.

Medical challenges at birth less important than stressful home life in predicting future psychiatric health

With a political leader responsible for children’s rights, the EU would prioritise fighting the many challenges faced by children.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends ASD screening at ages 18 and 24 months using freely available online tools for clinicians and parents

Play is critical for young people’s wellbeing and development, says report

Regardless of students’ past behaviors, every school suspension weakens their connection to school and increases their odds of committing theft, assault, and other crimes

Despite the upward result, the overall assessment is still Medium and progress is unsatisfactory, which is largely due to the uncoordinated efforts of the institutions

About 20 per cent (1 in 5) of children are overweight or obese

Unique longitudinal study explores understudied form of adolescent parenting — derisiveness

A sub regional high-level conference on “Smart investment in strategies and partnerships to prevent and address violence against children” took place in Sofia

Early education can contribute to lasting upward mobility and help break cycles of poverty.

The directive on special safeguards for children starts to apply

FRA’s Fundamental Rights Report 2019 reviews major developments in the field, identifying both achievements and remaining areas of concern.

Experiences such as poverty, residential instability, or parental divorce or substance abuse, can affect executive function and lead to changes in a child’s brain chemistry, muting the effects of stress hormones, according to a new study.

Consumption of dietary supplements sold for weight loss, muscle building, and energy was associated with increased risk for severe medical events in children and young adults compared to consumption of vitamins, according to new research.

Council of Europe issued a handbook for frontline professionals.

National Network for Children presented for the ninth consecutive year the Golden Apple Awards that distinguish individuals, organizations and institutions with contribution to the well-being of Bulgarian children. The ceremony[…]