Psychology & Psychiatry
Growing up in a bilingual home has lasting benefits
New research has found that growing up in a bilingual home can provide unexpected cognitive benefits later in life.
Jan 22, 2021
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News tagged with young child
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Vaccine against RSV could be in sight, researchers say
A vaccine for the common and sometimes deadly RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) has been elusive, but scientists say a new discovery puts them much closer to success.
Oct 9, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Long COVID symptoms in children can vary by age
Symptoms associated with Long COVID in children differ based on the child's age, according to a nationwide, multi-site study. The research will be presented at the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) 2024 Meeting, held May ...
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study uses wearable devices to examine 3- to 6-year-olds' impulsivity, inattentiveness
Why do some young children struggle to sit through a story one day but not the next? Why do they rush impulsively into one activity but not another? Parents and teachers often focus on individual differences as they prepare ...
Apr 24, 2024
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Pediatrics
Researchers find current evidence for puberty blockers and hormone treatment for gender transition is inadequate
The evidence on the use of puberty blockers and hormones for children and young people experiencing gender related distress is wholly inadequate, making it impossible to gauge their effectiveness or their impact on mental ...
Apr 9, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
More mental health support in schools makes sense—but some children may fall through gaps
Schools and colleges have a crucial role to play in supporting children's mental health. They are places where young people's mental health difficulties are identified and help is provided, and they can promote all pupils' ...
Apr 9, 2024
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Pediatrics
Household foods get less healthy as babies age into toddlers
Over the first few years of a child's life, foods found in a family's fridge and cupboards tends to get less healthy, new research shows.
Mar 18, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Teenagers often experience mental health challenges if they know parents are having money problems, finds study
When parents try to shield their kids from financial hardship, they may be doing them a favor: Teens' views about their families' economic challenges are connected to their mental health and behavior.
Mar 8, 2024
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Health
Lipoprotein(a): What to know about elevated levels
If you've listened to the radio or opened a webpage in the past year, you may have seen or heard ads promoting lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), testing to help people identify risks for heart disease.
Jan 17, 2024
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Health
Q&A: Poison control expert discusses water beads' hidden dangers
Water beads are tiny, colorful, expanding gel balls often sold as crafts, toys or sensory tools for children with developmental disabilities. However, if ingested, they can cause vomiting, intestinal blockages and may be ...
Jan 9, 2024
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