NEWS / KIDS

Lockdown's Silver Lining

Lockdown is hard on families; but when asked, some caregivers also listed a number of benefits to being cooped up at home with kids. >

Home Grown Helps

Kids eat better when they grow their own fruits and vegetables and learn a little about cooking and nutrition. Schools can make it happen. >

When Parents Fight, Children Lose

Parental conflict around divorce scars kids emotionally and can lead to ongoing mental health issues. Parents can learn to prevent this. >

Cannabis May Make It Harder to Conceive

Marijuana use appears to reduce a woman's chances of conceiving a child. If you're trying to become pregnant, try taking a break from pot. >

Ask Your Partner, Not Porn Sites

Many young adults turn to pornography for answers to their questions about sex. This can lead to awkwardness and unrealistic expectations. >

Craving the Sun

Don't skimp on the sunblock. Worries about its possible effects on the environment pale in comparison to the actual threat of skin cancer. >

College Students in Lockdown

Lockdown has meant big changes for college students. Not all of them are bad. Drinking is down, though not for all. >

Masks, Rated

When researchers tested consumer and medical masks, clear winners emerged. Bandanas were not among them. >

Progress on Peanut Allergies

Eighty percent of allergic children were able to eat a portion of peanuts without reaction after a year of small doses of peanut protein. >

Time on Social Media: How Much Is Too Much?

Frequenting social media sites like Facebook has been linked to a risk of depression. Now we know more about how much is too much. >

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