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• May 6, 2008

  Adopted Children at Slightly Higher Mental Health Risk
  But the vast majority of adoptees are 'doing fine,' researcher says
• Breast-Feeding May Boost IQ
  Study finds children who were nursed exclusively had higher test scores
• Low-Income Moms Rarely Speak to Infants During TV/Video Time
  What they're watching impacts frequency of verbal interactions, study finds
• Heart Hormone Elevated in Children Who Wet Bed
  Snoring also related to problem, researchers report

• May 5, 2008

  One-Third of Parents Lack Facts About Child Development
  Pediatricians could help bridge this knowledge gap, experts say

• May 4, 2008

  Middle Class Uninsured Kids' Health Risk Almost as High as Poor Children's
  More than 40% of middle class children with no health insurance don't see a doctor all year

• May 3, 2008

  Special Diet Can Ease Epileptic Seizures in Kids
  Strong support for ketogenic regimen from major randomized trial

• April 29, 2008

  1 in 4 U.S. Toddlers Improperly Vaccinated
  They either miss shots or get them at the wrong time, CDC study finds

• April 23, 2008

  Pot Plus Alcohol Kills Young Rats' Brain Cells
  Finding another warning to pregnant women that drug use can affect fetal brain development

• April 22, 2008

  Cardiac Screening Recommended for Kids Taking Stimulants for ADHD
  American Heart Association issues new guidelines in response to growing concerns about heart complications
• Treating PTSD Helps Kids Deal With Loss
  Camp-based therapy proved more beneficial than individual grief counseling, study finds

• April 18, 2008

  Breast-Feeding While on Seizure Meds Doesn't Harm Babies
  Study finds no negative impact on children's cognitive development

• April 4, 2008

  Mother-Child Bond Affects Quality of Conflict Resolution
  Security determined outcome of 'terrible 2s' battles but not frequency, study suggests

• March 28, 2008

  Health Tip: Help Your Child's Cognitive Development
  Encourage thinking and reasoning

• March 3, 2008

  Restricting TV and Computer Time Helps Kids Lose Weight
  Finding offers hope for curbing pediatric obesity epidemic in U.S.
• Skip Breakfast, Pack on the Pounds
  Teens who start the day with a healthful meal tend to stay trimmer, study suggests
• That 'Sex Talk' With Your Kids Should Be Ongoing
  Continuing dialogue can head off risky behaviors, study suggests

• March 1, 2008

  ADHD Drugs Won't Raise Risk of Substance Abuse
  Study of young adults finds no link between stimulant treatment and alcohol, drug use

• February 28, 2008

  Spanking Raises Chances of Risky, Deviant Sexual Behavior
  Review found physical punishment of kids linked to unprotected, masochistic sex as adults

• February 26, 2008

  Teen Aggression May Really Be a State of Mind
  Study finds biological differences in brains of combative kids

• February 19, 2008

  Eyes a Window to Hearing Loss?
  Pupils dilate in reaction to sounds, might be way to spot hearing problems, study finds

• February 11, 2008

  Gene Variations Help Regulate Response to Stress
  Adults abused in childhood lack protective changes against depression, U.S. study says

• February 6, 2008

  Drug Helps Prevent Breast-Feeding Moms From Passing on HIV
  6 weeks of nevirapine greatly reduced infant infections in Africa, India, study found

• February 5, 2008

  9/11 Exposure Linked to Behavior Trouble in Kids
  Preschoolers living near the World Trade Center had sleeplessness, other problems, study shows

• February 4, 2008

  1 in 3 Hit Songs Mentions Substance Abuse, Smoking
  Rap music especially prone to these types of lyrics, survey finds
• Many Babies Exposed to Chemicals
  Evidence of phthalates found in urine after using shampoo, lotion and powder, study shows

• February 1, 2008

  Pregnant Women With Asthma Should Stay on Low Dose of Meds
  Group sets guidelines on monitoring for fetal growth restriction, preterm birth
• Ear Wax Softener Can Affect Hearing, Study Reports
  In animal study, Cerumenex also caused damage to eardrum and inner ear

• January 11, 2008

  Health Tip: Working and Breast-feeding
  Suggestions on how to manage both

• January 8, 2008

  Health Tip: Help Your Newborn Sleep Longer
  Establish a bedtime routine

• January 7, 2008

  Youth Suicide Warnings Are Slowing Antidepressant Sales
  Study finds drop in SSRI prescriptions for children and adults
• Parental Control of Eating Leads to Lighter Toddlers
  Pushing child to eat more or less food had same effect on weight at age 2, study says

• January 6, 2008

  Breast Is Best for Reducing Stress
  Early breast-feeding may bolster kids' ability to handle anxiety

• January 4, 2008

  Almost Half of 10-Year-Olds Have Tasted Alcohol
  These initial sips typically happen in the home or at church, study finds

• January 3, 2008

  Body Abnormalities, Childhood Cancer May Share Genes
  Finding could help predict which children are at risk for malignancy, experts say

• January 1, 2008

  Children Who Sleep Less Weigh More
  Kids' sleep patterns also vary by season, day, researchers report

• December 26, 2007

  Study Spotlights 'Exercise-Friendly' Day-Care Centers
  Outdoor spaces and lots of portable toys get kids moving, researchers say

• December 25, 2007

  Parents Face Tough Questions When Santa's Magic Fades
  The best response to little skeptics? Simply listen, experts say

• December 21, 2007

  Kids in Poor Neighborhoods Fall Behind in School
  Study finds they lose about 4 points on IQ tests compared to better-off peers
• Shorter Legs Might Boost Liver Risks
  Childhood nutrition may be the link, British team says
• School Salad Bar Boosts Kids' Fruit, Veggie Intake
  Servings rose from 3 to 4 per day after service was added to lunchroom, study found

• December 20, 2007

  Parents Should Postpone Child Vaccine Booster: CDC
  Recall of 1.2 million doses of the standard Hib shot means shortage could last a year, experts say
• Parents' Smoking Boosts Child's Allergy Risk
  Secondhand fumes doubled the odds, study found

• December 17, 2007

  Picking the Right Toys Isn't Child's Play
  Find items or activities that stretch youngsters' creativity and forge bonds with others, experts say

• December 12, 2007

  Amount of Exercise Key to Lowering Kids' Blood Pressure
  Study finds total levels of activity more important than intensity

• December 6, 2007

  Overweight Kids Often Become Obese, Unhealthy Adults
  Experts warn of surge in cardiovascular troubles by 2035
• Depressed Moms' Kids at Higher Injury Risk
  Boys, especially, were also more likely to 'act out', study found

• December 4, 2007

  No Link Between Hepatitis B Shot, MS: Study
  New research may help resolve ongoing debate
• Want to Raise a Fruit-and-Veggie Lover? Be Persistent
  Offering your baby healthy foods early and often works, research suggests

• November 30, 2007

  Health Tip: Cut Baby's Nails
  To prevent scratches

• November 22, 2007

  Babies Can Tell Friend From Foe
  Researchers say infants make distinctions based on behaviors

• November 20, 2007

  Tonsillectomy Not Always Cost-Effective for Kids' Throat Woes
  Close monitoring and treatment may often be the smarter choice, study suggests

• November 17, 2007

  Fetal Heart Rate Points to Later Child Development
  It gives clues to neurological progress in toddler years, study finds
• Major U.S. Autism Study Gets Under Way
  Trial will track environmental, genetic factors at six sites nationwide

• November 13, 2007

  ADHD Delays Growth of Certain Brain Areas
  But affected children do catch up over time, researchers add

• November 8, 2007

  Many Vaccine Booster Shots Unnecessary: Study
  For some infections, immunization lasts much longer than previously assumed
• Heart Defects Can Delay Baby's Brain Development
  Corrective cardiac surgery is not to blame, study suggests

• November 6, 2007

  Early Weight Gain Can Mean Heart Trouble Later in Life
  Children as young as 7 show signs of cardiovascular risk factors, study finds
• Breast-Feeding Confers Long-Term Heart Benefits
  Lower body mass, high levels of good cholesterol combat cardiovascular disease, study says
• TV Violence May Spur Aggression in Boys
  Preschoolers who watched such fare more likely to act out at 7, 10, study found
• Kids Who Skimp on Sleep Tend to Be Fatter
  Just 45 minutes more shut-eye a night might make a difference, study finds

• October 31, 2007

  Too Much TV Can Raise Kids' Blood Pressure
  It's linked to obesity, which then triggers hypertension, study suggests

• October 30, 2007

  Pediatricians' Group Issues New Autism Guidelines
  2 reports detail detection and treatment recommendations

• October 24, 2007

  Uncontrolled Asthma Leads to Missed School, Work
  Lack of consistent medicine use likely important cause, experts say

• October 22, 2007

  Saving Millions of Children's Lives Is Possible
  Better food, water, sanitation would make all the difference, report finds

• October 19, 2007

  FDA Panel Recommends Ban on Cold Medicines for Kids
  Over-the-counter drugs are unsafe for children under 6, advisers say.
• Secondhand Smoke Hurts Kids' Grades
  Teens exposed to fumes at home less likely to pass exams, research shows

• October 18, 2007

  FDA Panel Weighs Ban on Kids' Cold Medicines
  There's no proof they help children under 6, and they may do harm, experts say.

• October 10, 2007

  U.S. Kids Not Getting Needed Health Care
  Report finds youngsters worse off than adults, and the biggest gaps are found in preventive care.

• October 9, 2007

  Intervening in Preschool Years Can Prevent Juvenile Delinquency
  Sessions alter at-risk kids' stress responses, study suggests

• October 8, 2007

  Health Tip: Playtime for Newborns
  Even the youngest babies can play and learn

• October 3, 2007

  Medical, Behavioral Woes Can Drive Dogs to Bite
  Study found pain, nervous disposition helps spur these outbursts

• October 2, 2007

  Doctors' Groups Offer ADHD Guide for Parents
  It's designed to provide accurate information on the common childhood condition.
• Most Homeless Youth Lack Health Insurance
  Study finds even a brief stint on the street makes a difference
• Toy Blocks Might Boost Toddlers' Language Skills
  'Imaginative learning' play may help, study suggests

• September 28, 2007

  Trouble at Home Boosts Kids' Asthma
  As environments got worse, symptoms worsened, too, study found
• Older Brothers Might Spur Kids' Aggression
  Their presence seems to have that effect, study found
• Health Tip: Even Babies Can Have Foot Problems
  They can begin in the very young

• September 27, 2007

  Genes Might Predispose Antidepressant Users to Suicidal Thoughts
  Someday, DNA tests might spot those most at risk, experts say.

• September 26, 2007

  Kids' Vaccine Ingredient Not Likely Linked to Neurological Problems
  CDC study finds no clear association between thimerosal, mental woes.
• Music Training Helps Gets People Talking
  It affects brain to enhance verbal skills, study finds
• Health Tip: Weaning Baby From a Pacifier
  Here are some suggestions

• September 25, 2007

  Junk Food, TV Driving Kids to Obesity
  Studies find it's tougher than ever for youngsters to stay healthy.

• September 21, 2007

  Teenage Drinking Can Spell Lasting Trouble
  The earlier kids abuse alcohol, the more likely it is to persist, experts say.
• ADHD Drugs Help Boost Children's Grades
  Study finds better reading, less absenteeism with long-term treatment.

• September 20, 2007

  Brain Defect Helps Drive Fragile X Syndrome
  The condition is leading cause of inherited mental retardation.
• Health Tip: Pacifier Safety
  How to protect your infant

• September 12, 2007

  Family Dinners Shape Healthier Eating Habits
  Routine helps teens make better food choices as adults, study finds.

• September 6, 2007

  Food Additives Could Fuel Hyperactivity in Kids
  Study makes first link between colorings, preservatives and behavioral woes.

• September 5, 2007

  Health Tip: Break the Habit of Thumb Sucking
  It can affect the alignment of a child's teeth

• September 4, 2007

  Parents' Worries Hamper Kids' Asthma Treatment
  Moms and dads withhold drugs because of side effect concerns, study finds
• Excessive TV Spurs Attention Trouble in Kids
  But the new study is at odds with much of the previous research, experts say.
• 9% of U.S. Kids Have ADHD
  But most aren't getting the medications they need, researchers say.

• August 27, 2007

  Back to School Means Backpack Safety
  Help protect kids from stress and strain, experts say.

• August 24, 2007

  Sugary Sodas High in Diabetes-Linked Compound
  But experts say more study is needed to confirm any danger.
• Monkey Moms Use Baby Talk, Too
  They turn to certain sounds to attract, coax infants, study finds
• Obese Children Miss More School Days
  Teasing, health woes may contribute, researchers say.

• August 23, 2007

  Parental Stress Can Keep Kids Obese
  Helping children slim down may mean helping parents, study finds

• August 22, 2007

  Traffic Fumes Plus Genes Boosts Kids' Asthma Risk
  Study finds some children are more vulnerable

• August 21, 2007

  Doctors Often Miss High Blood Pressure in Kids
  About three-quarters of cases went unnoticed, study found.

• August 20, 2007

  Does Pathological Shyness Make for School Shooters?
  Researchers devise screen that may be able to spot teens prone to violence.

• August 17, 2007

  Time to Set Kids' Back-to-School Sleep Clocks
  Adjusting schedule now avoids trouble in September, experts say .

• August 15, 2007

  Dirty City Air Stunts Kids' Lungs
  Mexico City study shows slowed growth of airways.

• August 10, 2007

  Obesity-Linked Woes Boost Kids' Lifetime Heart Risk
  'Metabolic syndrome' includes higher blood pressure, cholesterol

• August 7, 2007

  Many Kids With Private Insurance Missing Vaccinations
  Plans may not cover a particular shot or its administration, study finds.
• DVDs Don't Produce Brainy Babies
  Despite marketing claims, videos don't boost language skills, study says.

• August 6, 2007

  Brain Studies Show ADHD Is Real Disease
  Condition appears linked to dopamine function, experts say.
• Foods Taste Better With McDonald's Logo, Kids Say
  Study suggests branding has powerful effect on preschoolers' diet.

• July 27, 2007

  Sunlight in Youth Might Shield Against MS
  But experts warn that too much sun poses skin cancer risk.

• July 25, 2007

  Early HIV Therapy Boosts Children's Survival
  Treating babies soon after birth is clearly effective, African study finds.

• July 23, 2007

  Lactose Intolerance Doesn't Mean Goodbye to Dairy
  Kids need milk products for strong bones, pediatricians say.

• July 20, 2007

  Studies Track Treatment Outcomes for Kids With ADHD
  Meds plus behavior therapy work best, but symptoms can return

• July 16, 2007

  Childhood Brain Tumor Survivors Often Struggle in School
  Grades were lower, especially in language classes, study found

• July 11, 2007

  Kids Living Near School Rarely Walk There: Study
  It's a missed opportunity for fitness, researchers say.

• May 29, 2007

  New ADHD drugs reduce likelihood of abuse
  Two new formulations of drugs traditionally used to treat attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), methylphenidate and d-amphetamine, last longer and have less potential for abuse, according to presentations at the American Psychiatric Association annual meeting in San Diego.

• May 18, 2007

  Shire showcases new ADHD drug to wary doctors
  Shire Plc, aiming to convince wary doctors to try its new hyperactivity disorder drug Vyvanse, will use a top U.S. medical meeting starting on Saturday to promote the product ahead of its June launch.

• May 18, 2007

  Genes to Blame for Poor Grades?

• April 26, 2007

  Clinical Trials Update: April 26, 2007
  Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD - Pediatric) Healthy Women Studies HIV

• April 25, 2007

  Children with asthma have more emotional problems
  Children with asthma may be at increased risk of certain behavioral, emotional and developmental problems, particularly if the asthma is severe, the results of a new study suggest.

• April 13, 2007

  Scientists Identify Genetic Mutations Linked to ADHD
  Three gene mutations may be associated with cases of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), say German researchers.

• April 9, 2007

  Hyperactivity drug may curb binge eating disorder
  The drug Strattera, used to treat children with ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder), may help curb "out-of-control" binge eating, a study suggests.

• March 29, 2007

  Parental Drinking Boosts Alcoholism Risk for ADHD Kids
  Association is partly explained by family stresses, studies find

• March 28, 2007

  Kids with ADHD may start abusing alcohol in teens
  New research confirms that children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at risk for alcohol problems later in life and indicates that drinking problems may begin around age 15.

• March 27, 2007

  ADHD Children at Risk for Alcohol Problems

• March 21, 2007

  Teen smoking worsens some kids' attention problems
  Smoking during pregnancy is known to boost the risk of attention problems in children. Now a study published on Wednesday suggests that teens who smoke and were also exposed to nicotine in the womb are even more impaired.

• March 19, 2007

  Kids with mental illness often rejected socially
  Research suggests that a "substantial minority" of American adults are reluctant to let their children interact with children who suffer from depression or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

• March 8, 2007

  Study shows near-tripling of global ADHD drug use
  The use of drugs to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, has more than tripled worldwide since 1993, U.S. researchers reported on Tuesday.