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Volunteering Helps Kids ‘Flourish’ Mentally and Physically, Study Finds
Children and adolescents who volunteer are more likely to be in excellent health and less likely to have behavioral problems, researchers say.
Talking to Your Toddler Boosts Brain Development, Study Finds
Talking to young children helps shape the brain in a way that promotes better language skills, according to new research.
Immunotherapy Skin Patch Can Help Treat Toddlers with Peanut Allergy, New Study Finds
After 12 months of treatment with a novel skin patch, the majority of toddlers with peanut allergy were successfully desensitized, according to researchers.
Half of Parents Believe Social Media Is Hurting Their Kids' Mental Health, New Poll Finds
50% of parents in a new poll say their children’s mental health suffered over the past year because of their social media use.
How Many CT Scans Are Safe for Kids?
A new study finds while one CT scan appears safe, having repeated scans may increase the risk of certain cancers in children under the age of 18.
New Evidence Early Intervention Leads to Greater Gains for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Researchers say starting intervention as early as 18 months improves language, social communication, and daily living skills in kids on the autism spectrum.
Cleaner, Greener School Buses Improve School Attendance, Study Finds
School districts that replace older diesel buses with cleaner vehicles see bump in school attendance, researchers discover.
Harsh Parenting Can Cause Lasting Mental Health Problems in Children, New Study Finds
Young kids who experience harsh physical or psychological treatment at home are significantly more likely to develop symptoms that put them at high-risk for mental health problems, researchers say.
House Pets May Help Prevent Food Allergies in Kids, Study Finds
Children exposed to indoor cats and dogs in early infancy are less likely to develop certain food allergies, researchers say.
Two Families Fighting to Defeat their Sons’ Rare Genetic Disorder
Ollie and Yoni are the only two in the world known to have an extremely rare genetic mutation called PSMC5. Their parents are on a mission to beat PSMC5 and other rare genetic disorders.
An earlier return to school may help kids with concussions heal more quickly, study finds.
Bed rest and a break from school are typically prescribed for kids who suffer concussions. But that may not be the best road to recovery, according to a new study.
Exercise Is Good Medicine for Kids with Depression, New Study Finds
Aerobic exercise can help ease symptoms of depression in children and adolescents, according to researchers.
Obesity Is Not the Only Driver of Type 2 Diabetes in Kids, New Study Finds
1 in 4 children with type 2 diabetes does not have obesity, researchers say. So what possible other factors are driving an increase in diagnoses?
The Majority of Kids Have Seen Pornography by 6th Grade, New Study Finds
The majority of adolescents have been exposed to pornography and many have felt pressured to send sexts, researchers say.
Sleep-Deprived Kids Snack More Often, Study Finds
Children who don’t get enough sleep eat more sweet treats and fewer healthy foods, researchers say.
Intense Video Gaming May Trigger Heart Issue in Some Kids, New Study Finds
Video gaming may trigger life-threatening heart rhythm problems in susceptible children, researchers say.
Sleep Experts Warn Against Giving Melatonin to Children
The American Academy of Sleep is advising parents not to give their kids melatonin without talking to their doctors first.
Pediatricians Group Urges Parents to Get Kids Flu Shot This Year
The American Academy of Pediatrics warns families not to underestimate the flu, especially with COVID-19 still circulating.
1 in 4 Kids Hospitalized with COVID Have Health Problems Months Later, Study Finds
A quarter of children and adolescents hospitalized with COVID-19 or MIS-C have persistent symptoms and activity impairments months later, researchers say.
Should Parents Who Break School Drop-Off Rules Be Banned from the Parking Lot?
A new, national poll finds many parents worry that school traffic is a danger for kids.
Kids with Headaches Hit Hard by COVID Pandemic, New Study Finds
Children with headache disorders suffered more frequent headaches and increased anxiety when COVID-19 hit, researchers say.
Sleep Duration Has a Lot to Do with Kindergarten Success, New Study Finds
Kids who get 10+ hours of sleep per night do better socially and academically in kindergarten, researchers say.
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Child Development Stages and Milestones: What to Expect
- Sue Benzuly, RN HealthDay Reporter
- May 30, 2023
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From their first smile to their first step to the first day of school, children go through a remarkable transformation on their way to adulthood.
Here, experts explore the five developmental stages, from infancy to adulthood, and take a deeper look at the developmental m...
ER-Based Pharmacies Could Improve Kids' Care, Pediatricians' Group Says
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- May 30, 2023
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When parents rush their kids to an emergency room in the dead of night for an asthma attack or high fever, they are often discharged with a prescription. The problem is, there may be nowhere to fill it promptly.
Why Taking Your Kids to the Park Is Always a Healthy Idea
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 20, 2023
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Need an activity to do with your kids on spring and summer days? Go to the park.
Outdoor play is good for physical health, mental well-being and reduced stress in children, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
“Whether it's sunny or snowing, pla...
Even Preschoolers Can Help Save a Life, Heart Experts Say
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 18, 2023
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If you're old enough to dial 911, you're old enough to be a lifesaver.
Building lifesaving skills can start as young as age 4 and be expanded over the years, the American Heart Association and others advise in a
Spring, Summer Is Peak Time for Dogs Biting Kids
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 3, 2023
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In the spring and summer, everyone races outside with their dogs to enjoy the warmer weather, but a new study suggests there is a downside to that.
More children are bitten by dogs in those months, according to researchers at Nemours Children's Health.
But a dog bi...
Among Kids With Autism, Girls Are More Prone to Anxiety Disorders Than Boys
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- May 3, 2023
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Boys are four times more likely to be diagnosed with autism than girls are, but girls may be more likely to experience anxiety alongside the disorder than boys, new research reveals.
Anxiety tends to travel with autism, which is characterized by problems with social inte...
New Treatment Could Be Safer Way to Fight Brain Tumors in Kids
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- April 25, 2023
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Each year, about 140 kids in the United States are diagnosed with a craniopharyngioma, a typically non-cancerous brain tumor that develops near the pituitary gland at the base of the brain.
Doctors treat craniopharyngiomas with surgery to remove the entire tumor or a les...
How to Help Your Toddler Stop Biting Their Nails
- Miriam Jones Bradley, RN HealthDay Reporter
- April 11, 2023
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Your toddler may be going through a phase of nail-biting that might be driving you crazy.
While biting or picking at one's nails is a common behavior i...
CAR-T Therapy Helps Kids Battling Deadly Nervous System Tumors
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- April 6, 2023
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A therapy that arms the immune system to find and destroy tumor cells has shown early promise against a rare and aggressive childhood cancer.
Experts called the findings "promising." But they cautioned that much larger studies are needed to see whether and how the treatm...
How Much Do Kids Worry About Stuff? Survey Gives Answers
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- April 5, 2023
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Life isn't all fun and games for kids. They do a fair amount of worrying, too.
In fact, according to a survey of kids ages 9 to...
WHO Experts Say Healthy Kids, Teens May Not Need More COVID Shots
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 29, 2023
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New advice from the World Health Organization (WHO) says healthy children and teens may not need additional COVID-19 shots, though they may need to catch up on other routine vaccines.
“The public health impact of vaccinating healthy children and adolescents is comparat...
Gun Deaths Among Kids Keep Rising, But Studies Show State Gun Laws Can Help
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 29, 2023
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Following a mass shooting that killed three children and three adults at a private Christian school in Tennessee on Monday, public officials are again talking about how to stop the never-ending cycle of gun violence in the United States.
Recent research offers both bad a...
Rate of Kids Hospitalized in Mental Health Crisis Keeps Rising
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- March 28, 2023
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Children with mental health problems are flooding America's hospitals.
A new study of 4.8 million pediatric hospitalizations between 2009 and 2019 found that the number of acute care hospitalizations for kids with mental health problems increased significantly. In 2019, ...
AHA News: Irregular Sleep Schedule Linked to High Blood Pressure
- American Heart Association News
- March 28, 2023
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People with irregular sleep patterns may face substantially higher odds of high blood pressure than those who stick to a schedule, even when they get the recommended amount of sleep each night, new research suggests.
The study, published Tuesday in the journal Hypertensi...
Child's Hospital Stay Can Cost Plenty, Even With Insurance
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 28, 2023
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When a child is hospitalized, cost may not be the greatest worry but the out-of-pocket expense can be substantial in the United States, even for those with insurance.
Early Detection Is Key to Correcting Childhood Hearing Loss. Know the Signs
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 26, 2023
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Early detection of childhood hearing loss is crucial but also challenging because babies can't tell their parents or doctors exactly what's wrong.
About 2 to 3 of every 1,000 kids is born with permanent hearing loss, so most health systems test newborns within a day or t...
1 in Every 36 U.S. 8-Year-Olds Has Autism
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 23, 2023
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More American children have autism than previously thought, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports.
It also finds that the COVID-19 pandemic delayed diagnosis for many, which could have lasting impact.
Data from 11 communities in the Autism and...
When Kids Lose a Parent, New Therapy Might Prevent Long-Term Mental Harm
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 22, 2023
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The death of a parent is heartbreaking for a child or teenager, and those who experience it are known to be at an increased risk for depression and other mental health issues later in life.
But a new study finds that children who participated in a bereavement program wit...
'Artificial Pancreas' Technology Boosts Blood Sugar Control for Young Kids With Type 1 Diabetes
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 17, 2023
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Just like adults, young children with type 1 diabetes may get the blood sugar control they need using an "artificial pancreas," new research shows.
The Control-IQ artificial pancreas system was tested in a clinical trial in children aged 2 to 6.
Using the technol...
Parents, Plan Now for Allergy-Free Summer Camp
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 12, 2023
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Planning for a safe summer camp experience requires some extra steps if your child has asthma or allergies.
An allergy expert noted that it's a huge concern for parents.
“Most kids heading off to summer camp for the first time wonder how they'll cope sleeping in ...
Diabetes Rates Keep Rising Among Young Americans
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 9, 2023
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Troubling new research finds that rates of type 1 and type 2 diabetes are continuing to increase in children and young adults.
Asian or Pacific Islander, Black and Hispanic children had higher rates, the
'Childproof Your Weed': Protecting Your Kids From Edibles
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 5, 2023
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With cannabis poisoning soaring among U.S. children, an expert from Children's Hospital Los Angeles offers tips for keeping kids safe from so-called “edibles.”
“The best way to keep your kids safe from marijuana edibles is not to have them in your home,”
6 Ways to Helping Your Child to a Healthy Weight
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 21, 2023
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Parents are role models who can teach their kids about healthy food and exercise habits in childhood to help avoid future health problems.
“Children who are overweight are more likely to develop diabetes, experience feelings of isolation and struggle with self-esteem,...
Getting Your Child Ready for Spring Sports
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 19, 2023
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Spring sports season will be here soon, so it's time to get kids ready after a winter break.
Sports can teach valuable lessons, including teamwork, good sportsmanship, good communication, preparing for success, handling a loss, time management and the importance of doing...
Young Kids Eating Too Few Greens, Drinking Too Much Soda
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 16, 2023
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Young American children are not getting enough fruits and vegetables, but they are consuming too many sugary drinks, a new state-by-state government report shows.
To come to that conclusion, the survey questioned the parents of more than 18,000 children between the ages ...
'Have a Sweet': Grandma's Treats Threaten Kids' Teeth
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 15, 2023
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Raiding the cookie jar or candy dish at grandma's house may be a treat, but it can also help ruin children's teeth.
And a new survey found more than two-thirds of mothers reporting that their kids' grandparents gave youngsters sugary foods and beverages, with no limits ...
Allergists Less Likely to Check Black Kids for Eczema
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 14, 2023
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Doctors have dubbed kids' progression from eczema to asthma the "atopic march," and they know more about how it affects white children than their Black counterparts.
Research scheduled for presentation at an upcoming meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & ...
Toddlers' Attention to 'Motherese' Could Give Clues to Autism
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- February 9, 2023
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Some toddlers who don't interact with their parents may have early signs of autism, a new study suggests.
Researchers showed kids between 12 and 48 months of age "split-screen" moving images, then used eye tracking to evaluate their attention. Some toddlers who paid clos...
Yes, Kids Ward Off COVID More Easily. But Their Immune System Pays a Price
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 27, 2023
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Children's amped-up immune systems allow them to beat back COVID-19 easily, producing a strong initial response that quickly slaps away the virus.
But there might be a price to be paid for that sharp reaction, a
Childhood Autism Diagnosis Is Getting Better, But Not for Everyone
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 26, 2023
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Autism cases are surging in the New York-New Jersey metro area, mainly fueled by the diagnosis of autistic children who don't have intellectual disabilities, a new study reports.
The percentage of kids identified with autism spectrum disorder rose from about 1% in 2000 ...
Is Rest Really Best After a Child Has a Concussion?
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- January 23, 2023
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When kids suffer a concussion, an extended period of rest at home is always the best course, right? Perhaps not.
In fact, a new study
Kids' COVID More Dangerous When Co-Infected With RSV, Colds
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- January 18, 2023
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As colds, flu and COVID continue to circulate this winter, a new U.S. government study finds that young children infected with COVID plus a second virus tend to become sicker.
While severe COVID is rare among children, kids can and do fall ill enough to end up in the hos...
When States Legalize Marijuana, Teens' Asthma Rates Rise
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 16, 2023
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Cannabis use in U.S. states where recreational use is legal could be contributing to children's asthma, according to new research.
A study found increases in asthma in t...
Too Few Kids Are Getting Recommended Vaccines, CDC Warns
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 12, 2023
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Vaccinations among kindergarteners declined for the second year in a row, leaving hundreds of thousands of young children vulnerable to dangerous infectious diseases, U.S. health officials reported Thursday.
About 93% of kindergarteners had their required vaccinations du...
Leading Pediatricians' Group Calls for More Aggressive Treatment of Childhood Obesity
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 9, 2023
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A leading pediatricians' group has issued new guidelines on treating obesity in children and teens that, for the first time, call for early, aggressive intervention that can include weight-loss drugs and surgery.
“There is no evidence that ‘watchful waiting' or delay...
New Hope Against 'Incurable' Liver Disease That Kills Children
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 6, 2023
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Patients with an incurable, genetic liver disease have new hope after an animal study showed that a single drug could reverse its effects.
Alagille syndrome is caused by a mutation that prevents the formation and regeneration of bile ducts in the liver.
About 4,000...
Look Out for the Early Signs of Autism
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 2, 2023
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When children have autism, it's possible to recognize the symptoms as early as when they are 18 months old.
Although it takes a doctor to diagnose the condition, parents and caregivers should be aware of the signs, advises the Autism Research Institute, offering some ot...
Measles Outbreak in Ohio Infects 82 Kids, Most of Them Unvaccinated
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 30, 2022
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A measles outbreak in central Ohio has now infected at least 82 children.
Most of those impacted by the outbreak have been under the age of 5, state officials
Can Too Much Screen Time Raise a Child's Odds for OCD?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- December 22, 2022
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Preteens who spend much of their free time watching online videos or playing video games may have a heightened risk of developing obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), a new study suggests.
Gene Therapy Breakthrough Helps Children Born Without Immune System
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- December 22, 2022
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Ten children with an especially rare and hard-to-treat form of "bubble boy" disease are living normal lives after receiving a new gene therapy approach, researchers say.
Experts said the findings are a major advance for children with the disease -- a subtype of seve...
Holiday Toys: Fun, But Remember Safety, Too
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 20, 2022
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Keeping an eye on safety will let the joy from holiday toys last longer, without a trip to the emergency room, experts say.
Last year, more than 200,000 people were treated in emergency departments for toy-related injuries, according to the U.S. Consumer Product...
Homicide a Leading Cause of Death for Kids, Teens
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 19, 2022
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Homicide has become a leading killer of children, with guns being the most common weapon used in their deaths, a new study shows.
The overall rate of homicides in children has grown about 4.3% each year for a decade, with a steep rise seen between 2019 and 2020, when th...
Using Devices as Babysitters Can Backfire on Parents
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- December 12, 2022
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It's an all-too-familiar scenario for many parents: Your preschooler starts to act up just as the phone rings or you start dinner.
Maybe you hand over an iPad or smartphone to soothe the child so you can get down to business.
And this probably does the trick. But i...
Pfizer Asks FDA to Approve Tweaked COVID Booster as Third Shot for Kids Under 5
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 5, 2022
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Infants and young children could soon receive an updated COVID-19 vaccine as part of their three-dose series.
Pfizer Inc. on Monday asked the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to have the vaccine that targets the Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 replace the third dose ...
Your Child Is Sick. Do You Call Your Doctor or Head to the ER?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 23, 2022
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It's a common dilemma when your child seems sick: Do you call the doctor, make a trip to urgent care or head straight to the emergency room?
If it's not an emergency, a call to your child's pediatrician may help guide you. The doctor's staff may recommend bringing your c...
Food Allergies & Thanksgiving Dinner Can Mix, Just Follow These Tips
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 20, 2022
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When loved ones come together for your Thanksgiving feast, keep in mind your those who have food allergies.
Practice safety in menu planning, food preparation and even serving, urged
Even in Kindergarten, White Kids More Likely to Join Extracurricular Activities
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 15, 2022
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Extracurricular activities may have many benefits for young children, but researchers have discovered racial gaps in who takes part.
Among a group of 401 kindergarten students in Ohio, white children were 2.6 times more likely to participate in the most common extracurri...
Parent's Mental Health Can Affect Kids' Asthma Care
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 3, 2022
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When a parent is depressed, their child's asthma care may suffer. Now, research suggests that getting a child's asthma under control may include assessing a parents' mental health.
Researchers at University of Texas Southwestern found that treating a parent's depression...
Pediatricians Offer Tips on a Spooky But Safe Halloween
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 29, 2022
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By the time they're in elementary school, kids typically know their favorite parts about celebrating Halloween.
But the holiday is still new to babies and toddlers, and some little ones may find it all too much.
That's OK, said pediatrician Dr. Dina DiMaggio, a fel...
Toddlers Nap a Lot - and Then They Don't. New Research Uncovers Why
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- October 25, 2022
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Why do some preschoolers refuse naps while others have a meltdown without an afternoon snooze? Researchers suspect it may have a lot to do with a specific memory-related part of the brain.
While young children all need a lot of sleep, they do vary widely in when they sto...