NEWS / KIDS

One of the Best Ways to Protect Kids' Mental Health: Being Active

Mental health conditions among children and teens have increased sharply worldwide. The risk of problems drops when kids are active. >

Teen Brains Grow on Sleep

Preteens who barely got seven hours of sleep a night had smaller brain volumes and poorer brain function. Kids who slept more did better. >

Parents, Don't Be Afraid to Have "That" Talk

Talking about the physical changes created to puberty and sex is hard for parents. But letting kids rely on peers and social media is worse. >

Better Physical, but Not Mental, Health Among U. S. Youth

Teens' physical health has bounced back post-pandemic, but the same is not true of their emotional wellbeing. Anxiety and depression are up. >

Students Help Students Navigate the College Party Scene

College parties often feature alcohol and wanted and unwanted sexual advances. They are much safer when your friends have your back. >

Breast Milk Keeps Infant Development on Track

Breastfeeding not only protects newborns from viruses and improves their digestion, it helps them meet developmental milestones on time. >

Take ADHD Testimonials with a Grain of Salt

Young adults are turning to social media for information about ADHD, often diagnosing themselves based on anecdotes and misinformation. >

Screen Time Interferes with Dream Time

Sleep deprived? Using your tablet, phone or computer in bed makes you far more likely to have trouble falling asleep and sleeping soundly. >

The Problem with Smartphone Restrictions

Anyone who has watched a child glued to a screen is likely to find some kind of ban on smartphone use attractive. Too bad it doesn't work. >

Parenthood Strengthens the Brain

Being a parent is not easy, but the good news is, it helps preserve brain connectivity later in life. There are other ways to do this, too. >

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