WEDNESDAY, Dec. 27, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Fights among your children can start for a variety of reasons, and sibling rivalry can take root even before your second child is born, according to experts at KidsHealth from the Nemours Foundation. Petty squabbles can escalate into all-out war because of jealousy,Continue Reading
SATURDAY, Dec. 23, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Family harmony and talk of politics can be combustible holiday companions, a therapist contends. A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll found that 62 percent of respondents said politics was the topic they dread most when relatives get together at the holidays. And nearly one-third saidContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Dec. 21, 2017 (HealthDay News) — With a hectic holiday schedule, exercise often falls by the wayside. But finding ways to sneak in activity will help you avoid weight gain and ease some of the stress this season can bring, according to University of Maryland researchers. First, don’t giveContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 20, 2017 (HealthDay News) — There’s little doubt that gift giving has become a central focus of the holiday season, but as a parent you can still rein in kids’ expectations when it comes to presents. One popular rhyme suggests giving kids a maximum of four gifts: somethingContinue Reading
SATURDAY, Dec. 16, 2017 (HealthDay News) — When families travel during the holidays, they must contend with crowds, traffic and unfamiliar surroundings. But children’s safety should always come first, a leading pediatricians’ group says. When taking a train or airplane, it may seem inconvenient to have to worry about carContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Dec. 7, 2017 (HealthDay News) — A family health history can be key to your wellness. Think of it as a family tree all about your health — a record of your close relatives’ medical conditions, lifestyle habits and even where they grew up. A family health history helpsContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Dec. 5, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Spanking your child may have unintended consequences as he or she forges adult romantic relationships years later, a new study suggests. The study found that spanked kids tended to have higher odds of being violent toward their dating partners, researchers said. “While weContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Nov. 30, 2017 (HealthDay News) — You want your kids to enjoy many experiences, but between afterschool programs, music lessons and team sports, your schedule can go haywire. Try these ideas from the University of Florida Extension and Michigan State University Extension to keep your cool and teach yourContinue Reading
MONDAY, Nov. 20, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Taking a family vacation is a great way to have quality time, but going on a trip that each family member will enjoy takes some planning. Consider choices for an activity-oriented trip. Besides health benefits, vacations make great memories when everyone participates. StartContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Nov. 16, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Having a father with depression may put teens at a heightened risk for the mental health problem, a new study suggests. Previous research had linked depression in mothers and in their children. But according to the investigators, this is the first study toContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Nov. 7, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Sibling rivalry — the jealousy and competition between your children — can start even before baby number two is born, according to experts at the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital of Michigan Medicine. How siblings relate to each other and to parents can changeContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Oct. 31, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Want a family pet, but can’t have a dog? There are plenty of other great pet options. A first choice for many families is a cat. As with dogs, there are different breeds and personalities as well as grooming needs, such as withContinue Reading
It can trigger feelings of frustration, guilt and isolation — for patients and those who love themContinue Reading
When oldest female child has the disorder, risk is raised for younger siblings, especially boys: studyContinue Reading