The removal of abnormal ovaries has long been a remedy for aggressive behavior in mares. Curiously, though, the excision of “normal” ovaries also reliably mitigates unwanted behaviors. Now German ...

Goldendoodles are well-known for their golden curly hair and friendly demeanor. They are loyal, intelligent, and social dogs.

Some dog breeds are known for being more challenging than others, but the reality behind “behavioral problems” is more complicated than a simple label. A dog’s potential to engage in certain behaviors ...

ABSTRACT: Adolescence is a critical stage of development during which school, family, and mental health intersect. This paper reviews research on how parental expectations, parenting styles, and ...

Rutgers Health–led research builds on decades of work showing that family and environmental factors interact with genetics to shape child development Parents may have more influence than they realize ...

I’ve always loved music. Whether it was choreographing routines in my bedroom or just jumping around pretending to be on stage, dancing was my go-to outlet growing up. There’s something about letting ...

The Child Psychiatry & Human Development journal published a recent article, “Housing hardship and child behavior problems from early childhood to adolescence,” exploring how housing hardship affects ...

Although the home environment is known to influence behavior problems in children with developmental disabilities (DD), the precise contributions of specific domains remained unquantified, hindering ...

The early stages of life can set the tone for a dog’s behavior. A new study of 4,497 companion dogs has revealed that stressful experiences during puppyhood are linked to greater aggression, fear, and ...

Summary: A long-term study tracking 475 children found that autistic children are far more likely to experience persistent gastrointestinal issues than their peers. These symptoms often co-occur, ...