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 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 ...

HERSHEY, Pa. — Approximately 7 million children in the United States between the ages of three and 17 have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to the Centers ...

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, ...

Many parents have been there—red-faced as your child makes you want to scream at the top of your lungs. New research suggests at different approach works better. When parents respond to a child's ...

AAP issues new report urging early, routine screening for mental, emotional, and behavioral problems in pediatric care to improve outcomes. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released ...

As a new school year begins, teachers want to make sure it is a positive experience for students. A big part of that comes down to behavior. “Dysregulated students become kids who hate school, and I ...

Ready or not, incoming kindergartners are now entering the world of formal education, raising the question: What truly defines kindergarten readiness? Individual kindergarten-readiness “checklists” ...

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