Glioblastoma Cells Hijack Fetal Neural Stem Cell Motors to Spread
Glioblastoma cells use the same dynein-driven and actomyosin-dependent motors as fetal neural stem cells to invade surrounding tissue.
Structured Exercise Improves Sleep and Executive Function in Preteens With Autism
A 10-to-12-week physical activity program objectively reduced sleep fragmentation and improved problem-solving in children with autism.
Web-Based School Program Reduces New-Onset Mental Health Problems
An eight-session internet intervention focused on stress management lowered the one-year incidence of mental health issues from 28% to 21%.
Paid Social Media Boosts Community Outreach in Prehospital Trials
A retrospective review of a 20-site pediatric trial shows paid Facebook ads reach significantly more people than free institutional posts.
Zorevunersen Cuts Convulsive Seizures in Children With Dravet Syndrome
The investigational antisense therapy reduced convulsive-seizure frequency by up to 90.91% and improved adaptive behavior over 36 months.
Executive Function Drivers of Autism Social Deficits Shift With Age
While executive function consistently impacts social skills in autism, the specific cognitive domains involved change as patients age.
Hybrid Dialectical Behavior Therapy Reduces Suicidal Ideation in Adolescents
A year-long trial shows combining online and offline DBT improves emotional regulation and depressive symptoms in self-injuring youth.
Pediatric Lumbar Puncture Simulation Boosts Skills but Relies on Time-Based Practice
A review of 17 studies shows simulation training improves trainee knowledge, but most programs lack objective clinical outcome measures.
Family Resilience Buffers Depression Risk in Caregivers of Children With Autism
Specific family dynamics like communication and social support mitigate the psychological impact of social alienation in Chinese parents.
Recent Infection Increases Childhood Stroke Risk; No Link Found for Vaccination
A population-based study finds that infection within 60 days more than doubles stroke risk in children, while vaccination shows no link.
Post-Traumatic Depression Persists in Youth Over One Year
Nearly 40% of trauma-exposed youth show clinically significant depression acutely, with most symptoms persisting at one year without remission.
Maps 80 Youth Mental Health Assessment Tools, Finding Critical Gaps
A scoping review of 80 outcome measurement instruments reveals a complete lack of validated tools for young adults aged 19 to 24.