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Parent Concerns about HPV Vaccine Safety Growing, Study Finds

More than 1 out of 4 parents remain reluctant to vaccinate their preteens against HPV despite growing evidence of the vaccine’s safety, researchers say.

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.

Young Adults Want Kids, But Face Serious Barriers to Parenthood, New Study Finds

Young adults say they want the same number of kids as their parents, but their family plans are delayed by concerns over the costs, researchers say.

Generous Parental Leave Policies Help Boost Moms’ Mental Health, New Study Finds

New moms and dads with generous parental leave policies experience less anxiety and depression, new research shows.

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19 Sep
Another School Sports Season: How to Lower Your Child's Odds for Injury

Another School Sports Season: How to Lower Your Child's Odds for Injury

Playing sports can offer a lot of benefits for kids, but it’s also important to help protect them from injuries.

Parents and coaches can make a big difference in helping kids play safely, according to Nemours Kids Health.

The medical organization suggests start...

15 Sep
Teen Drinking Much More Likely If Parents Binge Drink, Study Finds

Teen Drinking Much More Likely If Parents Binge Drink, Study Finds

Parents who drink too much, too often, may be influencing their teens to do the same, a new study finds.

"Adolescents whose parents binge drink had a four times greater chance of drinking alcohol themselves compared to adolescents whose parents did not binge drink, and s...

13 Sep
Disney Princesses: Are They Good or Bad for Your Child's Self-Image?

Disney Princesses: Are They Good or Bad for Your Child's Self-Image?

For parents worried about how Disney princesses might impact their child's self-image, a new study is saying, “Let it go.”

“In children's media, about 60% of the characters are men and boys, they're male. And Disney princesses are probably one of the more visible a...

12 Sep
Kids Have Already 'Normalized' Gender Roles by Preschool, Study Finds

Kids Have Already 'Normalized' Gender Roles by Preschool, Study Finds

So much for the powerful feminist messaging in the new Barbie movie.

Director Greta Gerwig’s feminist interpretation of Barbie depicted the fashion dolls as judges, surgeons, naval officers, astronauts and U.S. Presidents in Barbie World, and it resonated. The Barbie m...

09 Sep
Melatonin for Kids: Is it Safe? How to Help School Children Get Good Sleep

Melatonin for Kids: Is it Safe? How to Help School Children Get Good Sleep

SATURDAY, Sept. 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) – Lots of parents are giving their children the supplement melatonin to help with sleep, but is it safe?

In a new survey, the Ame...

06 Sep
Boosting Their Creativity Helps Kids Face Life's Challenges, Study Finds

Boosting Their Creativity Helps Kids Face Life's Challenges, Study Finds

Just like adults, kids face daily stressors.

Luckily, a new study suggests that teaching them creative thinking can help them manage it all.

Researchers found that when school-age children learned some "narrative creativity" techniques -- such as shifting your pers...

05 Sep
Eye-Tracking Device Could Be More Accurate Test for Autism in Toddlers

Eye-Tracking Device Could Be More Accurate Test for Autism in Toddlers

Just 1 in 4 children with autism is diagnosed before age 3, but a new eye-tracking technology may allow for earlier diagnosis and intervention, according to three clinical studies of more than 1,500 kids.

Autism is a disorder marked by difficulties with communication and...

04 Sep
ADHD: What Parents Need to Know

ADHD: What Parents Need to Know

Lots of children and adolescents have the condition known as ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

What should parents know? A number of treatments exist to help with functioning, including medications approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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04 Sep
Marijuana Edibles Are Sending Kids to the ER: Here's Tips to Keep Them Safe

Marijuana Edibles Are Sending Kids to the ER: Here's Tips to Keep Them Safe

Drugs and children don’t mix, so it’s important to keep little ones safe by storing any marijuana edibles out of reach from small hands.

The New Jersey Poison Control Center is offering warnings that can apply anywhere, after aiding in the medical treatment of 30 chi...

01 Sep
When Parent Is in Prison, Kids' Heart Risks Rise

When Parent Is in Prison, Kids' Heart Risks Rise

FRIDAY, Sept. 1, 2023 (HealthDay News) – Along with having to deal with the social stigma of having a parent who is incarcerated, young adults in that situation may be more like...

01 Sep
For Preemie Babies, Preschool Plus Parenting Can Spell Academic Success

For Preemie Babies, Preschool Plus Parenting Can Spell Academic Success

Infants born three to six weeks early -- considered late preterm -- are at risk for learning problems, but they can be overcome, researchers say.

Preschool attendance and sensitive parenting can help them bridge the gap academically, a new study shows.

"Our findin...

30 Aug
Deaf Children 'Equal, Healthy and Whole,' Pediatricians' Group Affirms

Deaf Children 'Equal, Healthy and Whole,' Pediatricians' Group Affirms

It's time for everyone to change the words we use when we talk about kids who are deaf or hard of hearing.

This is one of the main messages from newly updated

30 Aug
Segregation Has Close Ties With Lead Poisoning in Black American Kids

Segregation Has Close Ties With Lead Poisoning in Black American Kids

Young Black children living in racially segregated U.S. neighborhoods are at heightened risk of potentially brain-damaging lead exposure, a new study warns.

The study, of nearly 321,000 North Carolina children under the age of 7, found that those living in predominantly ...

30 Aug
Should Kids Take Ozempic, Wegovy? The Idea Has Some Experts Worried

Should Kids Take Ozempic, Wegovy? The Idea Has Some Experts Worried

Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are surging in popularity, but that doesn’t mean they’re good for everyone.

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RA) may be dangerous for children, warned researchers at University of California, Irvine.

Trea...

28 Aug
It Only Takes a Bite of a Marijuana Edible to Send a Child to the Hospital

It Only Takes a Bite of a Marijuana Edible to Send a Child to the Hospital

Brightly colored "edibles" can be tempting for young kids and are more widely available now that many U.S. states have legalized cannabis for recreational and medical use.

Unfortunately, it doesn’t take much of an edible to make a small child very sick, new resear...

26 Aug
As Parents Drop Kids Off for Their Freshman Year at College, An Expert Offers Tips

As Parents Drop Kids Off for Their Freshman Year at College, An Expert Offers Tips

Tears may flow when parents drop their teen off at college. Watching kids leave the nest can tug at the heart and make parents a little anxious about what's to come.

That makes sense, but it’s natural that young adults will become more independent and develop autonomy ...

24 Aug
U.S. Kids’ HPV Vaccination Rate Has Stalled

U.S. Kids’ HPV Vaccination Rate Has Stalled

For the first time in a decade, the rate at which American adolescents received the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine has not increased, new data show.

Current

23 Aug
'Couch Potato' Childhoods Could Mean Heavier, Less Healthy Hearts Later

'Couch Potato' Childhoods Could Mean Heavier, Less Healthy Hearts Later

Children need to get up off the sofa and move more, according to a new study that linked childhood sitting time with heart damage in young adulthood.

That was true even when the adult's blood pressure and weight were healthy, according to researchers.

“All those...

23 Aug
Too Few Kids Are Getting Regular Eye Tests, and Insurance Is Key

Too Few Kids Are Getting Regular Eye Tests, and Insurance Is Key

Eye tests are an important way to catch potential eye-related issues in children, but more than two-thirds of kids in the United States are not receiving them at their checkups.

Those with Medicaid and other public health insurance were far less likely to receive these v...

22 Aug
More Screen Time for Babies Could Slow Development

More Screen Time for Babies Could Slow Development

Too much screen time can lead to developmental delays in babies, researchers say.

When 1-year-olds viewed screens for more than four hours a day, they had delays in communication and problem-solving skills when assessed at ages 2 and 4, according to a new study published...

21 Aug
Social Media Is Parents' Top Concern as Kids Head Back to School: Poll

Social Media Is Parents' Top Concern as Kids Head Back to School: Poll

When U.S. parents express their concerns about their school-aged children, social media use and the internet are at the top of the list.

Mental health issues are another top worry, according to the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National <...

20 Aug
Is Your Child Lagging in Reading Skills? An Expert Offers Tips

Is Your Child Lagging in Reading Skills? An Expert Offers Tips

Helping a child who struggles with reading can be a rewarding experience.

A nationally known expert offers some tips for parents who are trying to help their child work through these difficulties.

17 Aug
How Kids Are Being Injured by Ceiling Fans

How Kids Are Being Injured by Ceiling Fans

It’s fun to playfully toss a toddler into the air, or tote a kid piggyback-style on your shoulders.

But those delightful giggles may come with a risk of head injury from a typically overlooked hazard -- the room’s ceiling fan.

Each year U.S. emergency rooms tre...

16 Aug
Pediatricians' Group Urges That All Infants Get New RSV Shot

Pediatricians' Group Urges That All Infants Get New RSV Shot

All infants should receive the new long-acting preventive monoclonal antibody for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), the nation's leading pediatrics group said.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) urged that access to the new medication, called nirsevimab, be equita...

13 Aug
Help Kids Hit 'Reset' on Sleep as They Head Back to School

Help Kids Hit 'Reset' on Sleep as They Head Back to School

Keeping to a consistent bedtime routine is the key to helping your kids get restful and refreshing sleep.

Fortunately, about 81% of parents with kids under 18 surveyed by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) say that's happening in their house.

The AASM of...

12 Aug
Back-to-School Tips on Preventing Asthma, Allergy Flares in Kids

Back-to-School Tips on Preventing Asthma, Allergy Flares in Kids

Heading back to school requires supplies and planning for all, but if you're a parent of a child with allergies or asthma then you have even more to consider.

“The start of a new school year is exciting for some, but for parents of children with allergies and asthma, t...

08 Aug
Step Up to a New School Year: Tips for Buying Shoes for Your Kids

Step Up to a New School Year: Tips for Buying Shoes for Your Kids

Buying back-to-school shoes should be more about the right fit than the right look — but with luck you can combine the two.

Shoes play a big part in how kids' feet function and should be selected with care, say orthopedists at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in...

04 Aug
Leading U.S. Pediatricians' Group Reaffirms Support for Gender-Related Care for Minors

Leading U.S. Pediatricians' Group Reaffirms Support for Gender-Related Care for Minors

A leading U.S. pediatric organization has reaffirmed its support for gender-related treatments in minors, but also plans a systematic review of the medical research.

The move by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to examine research on the treatments is similar to ...

04 Aug
Troubled Childhood Could Mean a Troubled Old Age, Study Finds

Troubled Childhood Could Mean a Troubled Old Age, Study Finds

The trauma and unhappy family dynamics of childhood may follow kids into old age, affecting both their mind and body, according to new research.

“We looked at self-reported disability, as well as objectively measured physical and cognitive impairment, and learned that...

03 Aug
Bullying Could Help Bring on Headaches for Teens

Bullying Could Help Bring on Headaches for Teens

So, your high schooler has been complaining of headaches. Should you worry?

Maybe, claims new research that finds bullying and suicidal thoughts are both linked to more frequent headaches in teens.

“Headaches are a common problem for teenagers, but our study look...

01 Aug
Could Cold Air Help Settle a Case of Croup? New Study Says Yes

Could Cold Air Help Settle a Case of Croup? New Study Says Yes

Pediatricians have suspected it for years, and now a new study may be proving them right: Cold air really can help ease children's croup symptoms.

Croup is a common childhood illness that usually starts as an ordinary cold. It arises when the infection causes swelling ar...

31 Jul
Losing a Parent is Hard. Is It Harder for Boys?

Losing a Parent is Hard. Is It Harder for Boys?

After the death of a parent, boys may have a tougher time than girls, a new study suggests.

Young people who lose a parent before age 21 are at risk for poor mental health, lower income and unemployment in adulthood. Researchers say boys seem to be harder hit.

The ...

31 Jul
Your Teen & Social Media: Experts Offer Tips to Parents

Your Teen & Social Media: Experts Offer Tips to Parents

When parents meet U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, one concern comes up time after time.

"The most common question parents ask me is: 'Is social media safe for my kids,' "

29 Jul
Summer Jobs Give Kids More Than a Paycheck

Summer Jobs Give Kids More Than a Paycheck

Summer jobs can give teens valuable life experience that help them transition to adulthood -- not just a paycheck, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Benefits of summer jobs include:

  • Career exploration: Summer jobs and internship...

28 Jul
As Kids Head Back to School, New Survey Finds 71% Faced Challenges Last Year

As Kids Head Back to School, New Survey Finds 71% Faced Challenges Last Year

As kids prepare to return to school, a new poll warns that the many children who found the last school year challenging are likely to be apprehensive this time around.

The online survey, conducted by the Harris Poll on behalf of the nonprofit On Our Sleeves Movement for ...

27 Jul
Many Child Car Seats Are Improperly Installed, Even Those Deemed Easy to Manage

Many Child Car Seats Are Improperly Installed, Even Those Deemed Easy to Manage

Many parents in the United States aren't installing child car seats correctly, a new study finds.

Errors in car seat installation are common, even for seats that have a 5-star rating for features like ease of use, researchers found. The study found that fewer errors wer...

21 Jul
Dad's Mental Illness Raises Risk of Premature Birth

Dad's Mental Illness Raises Risk of Premature Birth

It's not only a mother's mental health that is tied to the risk for preterm birth — the father's matters, too.

New research found that the risk of premature birth was higher for infants whose mothers or fathers had a psychiatric diagnosis than for those whose parents d...

21 Jul
5 Ways Your Teen Can Prepare for Sports Season

5 Ways Your Teen Can Prepare for Sports Season

Competitive sports can be a lot of fun for kids and teens, but starting a new season requires some planning.

Nemours TeensHealth offers some suggestions for kids and teens who are taking up a new sport or beginning a new season.

  • Start by getting i...

19 Jul
Here's How to Make Summer Sports Camp a Safe Adventure for Your Kid

Here's How to Make Summer Sports Camp a Safe Adventure for Your Kid

If your child is in sports camp this summer, you'll want them to have fun and stay safe.

The National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) offers some tips on dealing with existing medical conditions, staying hydrated and heat safe, avoiding weather dangers and protecti...

19 Jul
Does Your Child Have Asthma? Here's How to Prepare Them to Go Back to School

Does Your Child Have Asthma? Here's How to Prepare Them to Go Back to School

Whether your child attends a year-round school or one on a traditional calendar, parents can take steps to make classroom reentry healthier for kids with asthma.

Asthma causes an estimated 13.8 million missed school days each year, according to the Respiratory Health Ass...

18 Jul
Safety Videos Might Make Kids More Careful Around Guns, Study Suggests

Safety Videos Might Make Kids More Careful Around Guns, Study Suggests

Shootings are the leading cause of death among U.S. children, surpassing even car crashes. But a new study suggests there may be a sensible way to reduce those firearm tragedies.

Researchers found that kids who had watched a one-minute gun safety video were more lik...

12 Jul
ADHD Drugs Won't Raise Risk for Illicit Drug Use Later

ADHD Drugs Won't Raise Risk for Illicit Drug Use Later

Teens who use stimulant medication like Ritalin to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) do not have an increased risk of illicit drug use later, a new study finds.

This study looked specifically at cocaine and methamphetamine use. High school seniors wh...

10 Jul
EMS Crews May Not Always Follow Guidelines When Dosing Kids: Study

EMS Crews May Not Always Follow Guidelines When Dosing Kids: Study

Less than half of all children treated by emergency medical services receive the right amount of medication during out-of-hospital emergencies, a new study found.

In some cases, these incorrect doses can have serious consequences.

“If you don't give the appropria...

07 Jul
Do Short Kids Need Growth Hormone to Boost Self-Esteem? Maybe Not

Do Short Kids Need Growth Hormone to Boost Self-Esteem? Maybe Not

Pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Erin Okawa works in a wealthy Los Angeles neighborhood and sees many parents worried about their kids' height.

“I have a clinic in Manhattan Beach, which was app...

29 Jun
Protect Your Kids in Blistering Summer Heat

Protect Your Kids in Blistering Summer Heat

Enjoy that summer sun, but keep some safety tips in mind, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advises parents.

“It's great to see children enjoying nature and reaping the benefits of outdoor activities,” Atlanta-based pediatrician

29 Jun
'Like She Was Not Even There': Children With Disabilities Face Discrimination in Health Care

'Like She Was Not Even There': Children With Disabilities Face Discrimination in Health Care

Children with disabilities are discriminated against in health care settings -- to the detriment of their health, according to their parents.

Thirty in-depth interviews with parents of children with disabilities revealed a disturbingly common thread.

“They mistr...

28 Jun
Kids Who Read for Pleasure Grow Into Better-Adjusted Teens: Study

Kids Who Read for Pleasure Grow Into Better-Adjusted Teens: Study

Young children may be fascinated by electronic devices, but a new study suggests that old-fashioned reading may help them grow into better adjusted middle schoolers.

The study, of more than 10,000 U.S. "tweens," found that those who'd begun reading for fun early in child...

27 Jun
The Age at Which People Experience Gender Dysphoria Is Falling

The Age at Which People Experience Gender Dysphoria Is Falling

Growing numbers of young people are expressing a sense of a "mismatch" between the gender on their birth certificate and the one that they "feel" inside, particularly those assigned female at birth.

And the age when these people are seeking help and gender-affirming medi...

26 Jun
When Kids Fatally Shoot Other Kids: Tragedies That Don't Have to Happen

When Kids Fatally Shoot Other Kids: Tragedies That Don't Have to Happen

When a child unintentionally shoots and kills another child in the United States, they've likely been playing around with an unlocked, loaded gun, new research reveals.

Analyzing a decade's worth of data, researchers also found that 4 out of 10 such gun deaths involve ki...

25 Jun
Protect Your Baby From the Sun's Harmful UV Rays

Protect Your Baby From the Sun's Harmful UV Rays

Summer's here and the Mayo Clinic says babies need protection from the sun's damaging UV rays, too.

It only takes one severe sunburn during childhood or adolescence to nearly double the risk for a deadly melanoma later in life, according to the American Academy of Dermat...

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