NEWS / KIDS

Are There Age Limits to Learning Mindfulness?

Kids 11 to 14 were given mindfulness training to improve their emotional health and reduce stress. But the results didn't go as planned. >

Liver Disease is on the Rise in Kids

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is on the rise in kids. Prenatal exposure to certain chemicals appears to be a source of the problem. >

Fit Kids Grow Up to be Sharper Adults

Healthy habits in childhood lay the foundation for cognitive function in middle age. Get your kids moving now. >

Tracking the Effects of Legal Cannabis on Teens' Use

More people, including teens, started using recreational cannabis when it became legal. But for teens, it can raise certain health risks. >

The Comfort of Dogs

Kids who were able to interact with dogs had less anxiety and lower stress hormones, even compared to kids in a meditation group. >

Plays Well with Others

Kids learn a lot from playing with peers, but impulsive kids can find it hard to do. Learning to take turns can help them develop. >

Junk Food Undermines Kids' Fitness

Kids who eat a lot of ultraprocessed foods -- such as chips, fries and processed meats -- lose out on more than nutrition. >

Maternal Depression May Not Only Affect Moms

Postpartum depression is not uncommon, but if it is long-lasting, it can show up in kids' development. Don't hesitate to get help. >

An App to Help Kids Lose Weight

A mobile app and a number-less scale that tracked obese kids' weight-loss progress proved far more effective than a standard approach. >

Cannabis Vaping On the Rise in Teens

More and more kids are vaping pot. It's easy to try and to hide. Knowing the patterns associated with picking it up can help curb its use. >

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