Parenting Articles

Smoking While Pregnant, Lead Exposure Linked to ADHD

Monday, November 23rd, 2009
Mothers who smoke while pregnant more than double the risk of having a ...

Parental Guidance Plus Medications Aid Autistic Children

Monday, November 23rd, 2009
A new federal study finds a plan of medication plus a structured training program for parents is beneficial for children ...

Maternal Depression Can Stress Child’s Health

Monday, November 23rd, 2009
A new report finds maternal depression can worsen asthma symptoms in their children. Researchers from Johns Hopkins Children's Center analyzed data from ...

Child Abuse May Cause Premature Aging

Monday, November 23rd, 2009
A new study suggests children who suffered emotional or physical abuse may age prematurely as adults. Researchers from Butler Hospital ...

Mixed Parental Anxiety Over Internet Predators

Friday, November 20th, 2009
A new report on parental concerns about the safety of their children’s lives online reveals a wide range of ...

Chemicals Found in Plastics Linked to ADHD

Friday, November 20th, 2009
A new study warns that phthalates, a family of chemical substances used primarily to make polyvinyl chloride (PVC) soft and flexible, may be associated ...

Excess Parental Control May Backfire

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009
A new study on how children and young people view parenting provides an excellent perspective on how control, even ...

Ethnic Pride Can Improve Teen Mental Health

Monday, November 16th, 2009
Adolescents often struggle to develop an appropriate level of self-esteem. But among ethnic minority groups, the ...

Focused Education Improves Autism, ADHD

Friday, November 13th, 2009
Emerging research suggests structured and concentrated teaching can improve literacy and comprehension in challenged school-aged children. Experts call for teachers and ...

Teen Mental Health Linked to Educational Success

Friday, November 13th, 2009
An award winning new study from a health economics professor examines the effects of adolescent health on educational outcomes. Queen's ...