Publication Name	World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics
Manuscript ID	120091
Country	Egypt

Category	Pediatrics
Manuscript Type	Review
Article Title	Unleashing children’s potential: An evidence-based narrative review of strategies to enhance cognitive function and intelligence in school-age children
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Mohammed Al-Beltagi
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Corresponding Author	Mohammed Al-Beltagi, Consultant, MD, PhD, Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, 1 Hassan Radwan Street, Tanta 31511, Algharbia, Egypt. mbelrem@hotmail.com
Key Words	School-age children; Cognitive development; Executive function; Intelligence; Nutrition; Physical activity; Sleep; Education; Mindfulness; Neuroplasticity
Core Tip	School-age cognitive development is a window of heightened neural plasticity, where intelligence and executive function can be significantly enhanced through multimodal interventions. Evidence supports the use of integrated strategies that combine nutrition, physical activity, sleep hygiene, psychosocial enrichment, educational curricula, digital tools, and mindfulness to optimize cognitive outcomes. Targeted approaches for children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, twice exceptional profiles, or socio-economic disadvantage are especially effective when personalized, strength-based, and contextually sensitive. This review emphasizes mechanistic understanding, translational feasibility, and cultural adaptability, offering a comprehensive roadmap for clinicians, educators, and policymakers to maximize cognitive potential and foster lifelong learning and resilience.
Citation	Al-Beltagi M. Unleashing children’s potential: An evidence-based narrative review of strategies to enhance cognitive function and intelligence in school-age children. World J Clin Pediatr 2026; In press

Received	2026-02-14 01:57
Peer-Review Started	2026-02-14 02:01
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-02-25 08:02
Return for Revision	2026-02-25 08:02
Revised	2026-02-26 19:08
Publication Fee Transferred
Second Decision by Editor	2026-04-17 02:39
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-04-17 04:17
Articles in Press	2026-04-17 04:17
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