Autism spectrum disorders

Look out for the early signs of autism

When children have autism, it's possible to recognize the symptoms as early as when they are 18 months old.

Psychology & Psychiatry

Arguments in the home linked with babies' brain functioning

Being exposed to arguments between parents is associated with the way babies' brains process emotional tone of voice, according to a new study to be published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Child psychologist offers holiday tips for unruly kids

The holiday season can be particularly over-stimulating for young children, what with more pressure-packed traveling, shopping and even church-going.  Boston University child psychologist Dr. Jonathan Comer offers parents ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

English or Greek, toddlers watch the tone

(Medical Xpress) -- Infants can understand the difference between intentional and accidental actions from tone of voice alone, new research by the Cardiff University School of Psychology has shown.