Neurodiversity in children | Top 3 novel treatment findings

Neurodiversity-Affirmative Anxiety Intervention: A parent-led program reduces anxiety in autistic children.

The intervention aims to create a supportive environment for autistic children, helping them manage anxiety while celebrating their neurodiversity. It fosters acceptance and understanding among parents and children, potentially leading to improved mental health outcomes.

Study published: 2023-07-07

Verapamil prevents hemiplegic migraine episodes in children and young adults

Verapamil showed efficacy in preventing hemiplegic migraine episodes, with an odds ratio of 2.68, indicating a significant reduction in the frequency of HM events among those treated with it.

Study published: 2024-06-15

Benzodiazepines improve catatonia symptoms in children with severe disorders.

The study found that 88.3% of patients achieved at least 'much improvement' in their condition as measured by the Clinical Global Impressions-Improvement scale. Neurotypical patients had longer hospital stays and better clinical responses compared to those with neurodevelopmental disorders.

Study published: 2024-06-07