Fluoride levels in pregnancy tied to anxiety and other issues in kids

Higher fluoride levels in pregnant women are linked to increased odds of their children exhibiting neurobehavioral problems at age 3.

Jill Pease-Florida • futurity
May 22, 2024 ~7 min

One in two children with ADHD experience emotional problems, study finds

Cambridge scientists have shown that problems regulating emotions – which can manifest as depression, anxiety and explosive outbursts – may be a core symptom

Cambridge University News • cambridge
May 22, 2024 ~7 min


For Children of Gaza, War Means No School

VOA Learning English • voa
May 21, 2024 ~6 min

The right video games can boost kids’ well-being

Video games can boost the well-being of children, but only if designers create them with the needs of kids in mind.

Jade McClain-NYU • futurity
May 13, 2024 ~6 min

How childhood trauma affects adults later

Experts share the ways in which trauma affects the brain and body, how PTSD and trauma are related, and suggestions for healing.

U. Rochester-URMC • futurity
May 6, 2024 ~7 min

Why parents should worry more about kids’ VR use

Despite privacy and security risks, parents aren't as worried about their kids' use of virtual reality as they should be, researchers say.

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
May 6, 2024 ~7 min

What you need to know about ‘game changer’ food allergy drug

The drug omalizumab, commonly used to treat asthma, nasal polyps, and hives, prevents severe reactions in people with food allergies.

Scott Hesel - U. Rochester • futurity
April 30, 2024 ~7 min

Birth mother’s trauma can still affect kids adopted as newborns

There's a link between birth mothers who experience childhood stress and their own kids' behavior problems, even when they're adopted early.

Molly Blanchett-U. Oregon • futurity
April 29, 2024 ~5 min


Paid family leave may prevent child abuse

Child abuse is a serious public health issue in the United States. Paid family leave can help prevent it, researchers report.

Kim Ward-Michigan State • futurity
April 26, 2024 ~6 min

Making picky eaters clean their plates can backfire

Struggling with a picky eater? Experts have tips to help make sure your kids are getting the healthy food they need.

Beata Mostafavi-Michigan • futurity
April 22, 2024 ~10 min

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