NEWS / KIDS

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. >

Kids Need More Exploring, Less Oversight

Adventure builds kids' confidence, but parents' concerns about safety can stifle active play. What parents can do to encourage exploration. >

How City Grocery Stores Put a Dent in Kids’ Expanding Waistlines

Obesity rates in kids and teens went down when supermarkets began to display fresh fruits and veggies more prominently. Tips for families. >

Veggie Kids

Kids who eat a vegetarian or vegan diet are generally as healthy as their meat-eating counterparts -- with a couple possible exceptions. >

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