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Background: The GRIA3 gene encodes the GluA3 subunit of AMPA-type glutamate receptors, which are crucial for excitatory neurotransmission in the central nervous system. Pathogenic GRIA3 variants cause X-linked neurodevelopmental disorders of varying...

Background/Objectives: Both benign and malignant thyroid lesions present as nodules. While thyroid nodules are less common in the pediatric population than in adults, their malignancy rates are considerably higher. Although the 10 mm cut-off for fine...

Background/Objectives: Parental involvement is currently recommended by Italian national guidelines on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) intervention. However, research on the impact of parent-mediated interventions on parental skills and children&rsquo...

Background/Objectives: To assess whether laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) and combined lifestyle intervention (CLI) reduce hepatic steatosis more effectively than CLI alone in adolescents with severe obesity. Methods: Adolescents aged 1...

Emerging research highlights important distinctions in symptomatology between Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) resulting from a single, discrete event, complex interpersonal traumas in the past, and the pervasive effects of chronic, ongoing compl...

Background/Objectives: Pediatric orbital tumors are rare and complex, requiring multidisciplinary care at specialized centers. Contemporary treatment paradigms emphasize centralized care delivery through experienced multidisciplinary teams to optimiz...

The global disruption caused by COVID-19 has drawn renewed attention to an already pressing reality: child and adolescent mental health requires sustained, system-level investment and high-quality evidence to guide practice [...]

Background/Objectives: School violence represents a significant concern for educational communities worldwide, affecting student well-being and academic development. While prior research has documented prevalence rates and risk factors, limited studi...

Background/Objectives: In Romania, therapeutic program programs for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) focus mainly on behavioral and educational approaches, with limited integration of adapted physical activity (APA). Therapeutic swimming...

Background: Cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA) is among the most common pediatric food allergies. Understanding tolerance acquisition and diagnostic approaches is critical for optimizing care, particularly in Spain, where regional differences ma...