Twin study shows spanking can lead to antisocial behavior

Harsh parenting practices like spanking, not genetics, are linked to higher levels of behavior problems in children, according to a new study with twins.

Esther Robards-Forbes - UT Austin • futurity
March 25, 2021 ~5 min

When can kids get the COVID-19 vaccine? A pediatrician answers 5 questions parents are asking

A vaccine will likely be authorized for teens by fall. That doesn't mean putting away the face masks, though.

James B. Wood, Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine • conversation
March 24, 2021 ~8 min


Can rotavirus genome lead to COVID-19 vaccine for kids?

A well-established childhood vaccine for the common illness rotavirus could help researchers develop a COVID-19 vaccine that is safe for kids.

Amanda Roach-Indiana • futurity
March 19, 2021 ~4 min

Pandemic restrictions aggravating known triggers for self-harm and poor mental health among children and young people

Experts have issued a stark warning about the effects of the pandemic on the mental health of children and young people.

Cambridge University News • cambridge
March 10, 2021 ~4 min

Lessons from Katrina on how pandemic may affect kids

Harvard researchers looked at Katrina’s impact on children and how the lessons learned there could be applied to the COVID pandemic.

Alvin Powell • harvard
March 9, 2021 ~22 min

Is gaming good for kids?

Research shows multiple social and cognitive benefits of playing video games.

John Velez, Assistant Professor of Communication Science, Indiana University • conversation
March 8, 2021 ~6 min

Parents’ pandemic depression boosted kids’ anxiety

Two of five parents met the criteria for major depression during the early days of the pandemic. That affected their kids' anxiety and home schooling.

Jared Wadley-Michigan • futurity
March 4, 2021 ~4 min

Family-based approach eases ADHD behaviors in kids

The family-centered Nurtured Heart Approach for the treatment of ADHD showed positive results in reducing impulsive behaviors in kids with the condition.

U. Arizona • futurity
March 2, 2021 ~6 min


Air pollution puts kids at higher risk of disease in adulthood

Even just one day of air pollution can change kids' genes in a way that could put them at higher risk for heart disease and more, researchers report.

Rob Jordan-Stanford • futurity
Feb. 26, 2021 ~6 min

What are phthalates, and how do they put children's health at risk?

Scientists issued an urgent call for better federal regulation of these endocrine-disrupting chemicals. Here's why.

Stephanie Eick, Postdoctoral Researcher in Reproductive Health, University of California, San Francisco • conversation
Feb. 26, 2021 ~6 min

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