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Screen Addiction & Digital Dependency: A Growing Challenge for Child and Adolescent Health

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In the past two decades, digital technology has transformed the way children and adolescents learn, communicate, and entertain themselves. Smartphones, tablets, computers, and gaming consoles are now deeply embedded in daily life. While these tools offer undeniable benefits—access to information, educational resources, and social connection—their excessive and uncontrolled use has given rise to a serious public health concern: screen addiction and digital dependency. This emerging issue has profound implications for child health, adolescent development, and psychological well-being, making it a critical topic for healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, and policymakers worldwide. Understanding Screen Addiction and Digital Dependency Screen addiction refers to compulsive and excessive use of digital devices that interferes with daily functioning, relationships, academic performance, and mental health. Digital dependency is closely related and describes a state in which individ...

Climate Change & Child Health: Protecting the Next Generation in a Warming World

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Climate change is no longer a distant environmental issue—it is a pressing global health emergency, and children are among its most vulnerable victims. From rising temperatures and air pollution to food insecurity and climate-related disasters, the changing climate is reshaping the physical, mental, and social well-being of children worldwide. Addressing climate change through a child health lens is essential if we are to safeguard the next generation. As global health professionals, pediatricians, researchers, psychologists, policymakers, and educators, we must recognize that protecting children’s health and development is inseparable from protecting the planet they will inherit. Why Children Are More Vulnerable to Climate Change Children are uniquely susceptible to environmental hazards due to their developing bodies, immature immune systems, and dependence on caregivers. Climate change amplifies existing health risks and introduces new ones at every stage of childhood—from infancy t...

Advancing Precision Medicine in Pediatrics: Honoring Ms. Yaren Akdoğan and Welcoming the 5th World Child Health, Adolescent Medicine, and Child Psychology Conference & Exhibition 2026

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  The field of pediatric and adolescent healthcare is evolving rapidly, driven b y groundbreaking research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a shared global commitment to improving health outcomes for children and young people. Conferences that bring together clinicians, researchers, psychologists, academicians, and industry leaders play a critical role in shaping this progress. In this spirit, we are pleased to recognize Ms. Yaren Akdoğan , PhD Student in Medical Biology at Ege University, Turkey , for her valuable participation and scientific contribution at the 4th World Pediatrics, Perinatology, Child Health, and Adolescent Medicine Conference , held from October 21–23, 2025, in Dubai, UAE . Her work exemplifies the innovative research and dedication that continue to advance pediatric medicine toward a more precise, personalized, and evidence-based future. As we reflect on the success of the 4th edition, we are also delighted to extend a warm invitation to Ms. Akdoğan and ...