Altruism May Help Shield Teens From Depression: Study
2014-04-29
Researchers monitored area of the brain tied to rewards, pleasureContinue Reading
Older Mothers at Higher Risk of Child With Autism, Study Suggests
2014-04-29
Researchers compared thousands of children born in Sweden over two decadesContinue Reading
Caring for Severely Ill Kids May Have Silver Lining
2014-04-29
Many parent caregivers show signs of ‘post-traumatic growth,’ study saysContinue Reading
Working With Horses May Ease Stress in Kids
2014-04-29
After 12-week riding program, students had lower levels of stress hormone in small studyContinue Reading
Calling Young Girls ‘Fat’ May Increase Their Teen-Obesity Risk
2014-04-29
Stigma alone could spur overeating, study authors sayContinue Reading
‘Breast Milk Banks’ Gain in Popularity
2014-04-29
Experts say they’re safer than online milk-sharing sourcesContinue Reading
More STD Screening on Horizon for Women?
2014-04-28
Influential U.S. panel has also drafted guidelines on counseling to prevent chlamydia, gonorrheaContinue Reading
U.S. Kids Experiencing Less Violence: Surveys
2014-04-28
School shootings, bullying make the headlines, but they’re the exception, expert says
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Higher Doses of Antidepressants Linked to Suicidal Behavior in Young Patients: Study
2014-04-28
They were twice as likely to try to hurt themselves if they were prescribed more than recommended doseContinue Reading
Autism Affects Motor Skills Too
2014-04-28
As condition’s severity rises, so do difficulties in movement, dexterity, study findsContinue Reading
Pediatricians Should Plan for Anthrax Attack, U.S. Experts Say
2014-04-28
Children may need special treatment in wake of bioterrorismContinue Reading
Training Programs Protect Young Athletes From ACL Tears: Report
2014-04-28
Knee ligament injuries are rising among kids in sports, especially girls, experts sayContinue Reading
Pot-Booze Combo More Dangerous for Teen Drivers Than Alcohol Alone
2014-04-28
Kids who did both were more likely to get traffic ticket or be in a wreck, study foundContinue Reading
Gastro Woes More Common in Kids With Autism: Review
2014-04-28
Their risk for digestive problems is 4 times higher than in typically developing peers, researchers foundContinue Reading