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Babies are influenced by the beliefs of people around them

Babies are influenced by the beliefs of people around them

by Central European University (CEU)Credit: CEU/Daniel VegelYoung infants' search for potential hidden objects is influenced by how many objects another person believes to be hidden, according to

Babies are influenced by the beliefs of people around them

by Central European University (CEU)Credit: CEU/Daniel VegelYoung infants' search for potential hidden objects is influenced by how many objects another person believes to be hidden, according to
Early clean intermittent catheterization recommended with neurogenic bladder

Early clean intermittent catheterization recommended with neurogenic bladder

by Lori SolomonEarly clean intermittent catheterization is recommended to reduce the incidence of recurrent febrile urinary tract infections (FUTIs) in children with neurogenic bladder (NB), according

Early clean intermittent catheterization recommended with neurogenic bladder

by Lori SolomonEarly clean intermittent catheterization is recommended to reduce the incidence of recurrent febrile urinary tract infections (FUTIs) in children with neurogenic bladder (NB), according
Many American teens are in mental health crisis: Report

Many American teens are in mental health crisis: Report

by Steven ReinbergAmerica's teens are still not alright.Instead, many continue to engage in risky behaviors, U.S. health officials reported Thursday.Top among these is an increase in suicidal thou

Many American teens are in mental health crisis: Report

by Steven ReinbergAmerica's teens are still not alright.Instead, many continue to engage in risky behaviors, U.S. health officials reported Thursday.Top among these is an increase in suicidal thou
Could Your Child Have Autism?

Could Your Child Have Autism?

Could Your Child Have Autism?ByLisa Jo RudyUpdated on July 26, 2023Medically reviewed byDiana Apetauerova, MDNo single autism trait defines the diagnosis, and each autistic chi

Could Your Child Have Autism?

Could Your Child Have Autism?ByLisa Jo RudyUpdated on July 26, 2023Medically reviewed byDiana Apetauerova, MDNo single autism trait defines the diagnosis, and each autistic chi
We need to focus on cholesterol levels even in childhood

We need to focus on cholesterol levels even in childhood

by University of OsloProfessor Kirsten Holven in her lab at the Department of Nutrition at the University of Oslo, Norway. Credit: Cecilie Bakken Hoestmark, UiOToday, the main focus is on lowerin

We need to focus on cholesterol levels even in childhood

by University of OsloProfessor Kirsten Holven in her lab at the Department of Nutrition at the University of Oslo, Norway. Credit: Cecilie Bakken Hoestmark, UiOToday, the main focus is on lowerin
Reading for pleasure early in childhood linked to better cognitive performance and mental well-being in adolescence

Reading for pleasure early in childhood linked to better cognitive performance and mental well-being in adolescence

by University of CambridgeCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren who begin reading for pleasure early in life tend to perform better at cognitive tests and have better mental health when they

Reading for pleasure early in childhood linked to better cognitive performance and mental well-being in adolescence

by University of CambridgeCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren who begin reading for pleasure early in life tend to perform better at cognitive tests and have better mental health when they
Ask the Pediatrician: Can probiotics help children with stomach issues after taking antibiotics?

Ask the Pediatrician: Can probiotics help children with stomach issues after taking antibiotics?

by Dr. Christine Waasdorp HurtadoCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainQ: My daughter had to take antibiotics and they seem to have given her some tummy issues. Can probiotics help restore gut balance?A:

Ask the Pediatrician: Can probiotics help children with stomach issues after taking antibiotics?

by Dr. Christine Waasdorp HurtadoCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainQ: My daughter had to take antibiotics and they seem to have given her some tummy issues. Can probiotics help restore gut balance?A:
Researchers begin first lifespan study on the effects of digital media use among young people

Researchers begin first lifespan study on the effects of digital media use among young people

by Matthew Cimitile,University of South FloridaCredit: Pixabay from PexelsA groundbreaking new study conducted by the University of South Florida will track young people through 2050 to learn mo

Researchers begin first lifespan study on the effects of digital media use among young people

by Matthew Cimitile,University of South FloridaCredit: Pixabay from PexelsA groundbreaking new study conducted by the University of South Florida will track young people through 2050 to learn mo
Brain changes seen in kids with conduct disorder

Brain changes seen in kids with conduct disorder

by Ernie MundellDefiance, tantrums, aggression: All signs of a condition called conduct disorder, whichMental Health Americasays affects up to 16% of boys and 9% of girls.Now, research is

Brain changes seen in kids with conduct disorder

by Ernie MundellDefiance, tantrums, aggression: All signs of a condition called conduct disorder, whichMental Health Americasays affects up to 16% of boys and 9% of girls.Now, research is
What is this bright red birthmark on my baby?

What is this bright red birthmark on my baby?

by DeeDee StiepanCredit: CC0 Public DomainA hemangioma, also known as a strawberry birthmark, is a bright red birthmark that shows up in the first or second week of life. It looks like a rubbery bump

What is this bright red birthmark on my baby?

by DeeDee StiepanCredit: CC0 Public DomainA hemangioma, also known as a strawberry birthmark, is a bright red birthmark that shows up in the first or second week of life. It looks like a rubbery bump
Why is it important to teach children about body safety and boundaries?

Why is it important to teach children about body safety and boundaries?

by Shalon NienowCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe statistics reported by the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network are sobering: 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 20 boys will experience sexual abuse or s

Why is it important to teach children about body safety and boundaries?

by Shalon NienowCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe statistics reported by the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network are sobering: 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 20 boys will experience sexual abuse or s
Babies almost all try crawling to get from Point A to Point B, but CDC says it's not a useful developmental milestone

Babies almost all try crawling to get from Point A to Point B, but CDC says it's not a useful developmental milestone

by Mark Geil,The ConversationA new study is collecting crawling biomechanic data using a pressure-sensing pathway. Credit: Mark Geil,CC BY-NDInfant milestones can be a source both of pride

Babies almost all try crawling to get from Point A to Point B, but CDC says it's not a useful developmental milestone

by Mark Geil,The ConversationA new study is collecting crawling biomechanic data using a pressure-sensing pathway. Credit: Mark Geil,CC BY-NDInfant milestones can be a source both of pride