Eczema in Children Linked to Anxiety, Depression in Parents
A new study has found that a majority of family members and caregivers of children with atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, suffer from anxiety and depression. For…
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Antidepressants During Pregnancy Tied to Greater Risk of Gestational Diabetes
Taking antidepressants during pregnancy is linked to a greater risk of developing gestational diabetes, according to a new Canadian study published in the online journal BMJ Open. Gestational diabetes is…
Severe Morning Sickness May Be Risk Factor for Autism
A new study discovers children whose mothers had a severe form of a morning sickness during pregnancy were 53 percent more likely to be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Kaiser…
Early Prenatal Anemia May Increase Risk of Autism, ADHD
A new Swedish study suggests anemia early in pregnancy may increase the risk of autism, ADHD and intellectual disability in children. Anemia is a common condition in late pregnancy and…
European Study: Changing Roles & Family-Friendly Policies Make For Happier Parents
New research from the University of Zurich (UZH) finds that mothers and fathers today are happier with their lives than parents were 20 or 30 years ago, thanks mainly to…
Common Household Drugs Often Used By Youth in Suicide Attempts
A new study finds that adolescent suicide attempts by self-poisoning often involve common household medications, such as ibuprofen or antidepressants. The findings, published online in the journal Clinical Toxicology, also…
Kids Told Lies by Parents Can Face Psychological Challenges as Adults
A new study suggests that children who were told lies by their parents are more likely to lie as adults, as well as face difficulty in meeting psychological and social…
Study: Fathers-to-Be Should Avoid Alcohol for Months Before Conception
Both men and women hoping to become parents should avoid drinking alcohol prior to conception to protect their baby against congenital heart defects, according to a new study published in…
Seafood in Early Pregnancy May Improve Attention in Kids
A new study finds that eating a seafood-rich diet during early pregnancy is associated with better attention outcomes in children. A team of scientists from the Barcelona Institute for Global…
Child Rearing Responsibilities Result in Different Levels of Stress and Happiness Among Parents
New research has determined that dads are often happier, less stressed and less tired than moms when taking care of kids. Investigators believe these differences may come down to how…
