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Prognostic model identifies cerebral palsy in infants

Prognostic model identifies cerebral palsy in infants

by Elana GotkineA prognostic model using 12 clinical variables improves prediction of cerebral palsy (CP) compared with clinical presentation with encephalopathy, according to a study published online

Prognostic model identifies cerebral palsy in infants

by Elana GotkineA prognostic model using 12 clinical variables improves prediction of cerebral palsy (CP) compared with clinical presentation with encephalopathy, according to a study published online
Study finds most day care programs don't give kids enough exercise

Study finds most day care programs don't give kids enough exercise

by Denise MannRates of childhood obesity in the United States are soaring, and new research suggests child care programs may be part of the problem.Most tots in these programs aren't getting nearl

Study finds most day care programs don't give kids enough exercise

by Denise MannRates of childhood obesity in the United States are soaring, and new research suggests child care programs may be part of the problem.Most tots in these programs aren't getting nearl
National poll: Some parents skip steps to minimize firework risks to kids

National poll: Some parents skip steps to minimize firework risks to kids

by University of MichiganTwo in in three parents say their child always follows the rules when using sparklers and the majority of parents say they enforce safety rules. Credit: University of Mic

National poll: Some parents skip steps to minimize firework risks to kids

by University of MichiganTwo in in three parents say their child always follows the rules when using sparklers and the majority of parents say they enforce safety rules. Credit: University of Mic
Interactive screen use reduces sleep time in kids, researchers find

Interactive screen use reduces sleep time in kids, researchers find

by Pennsylvania State UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhile screen time is generally known to affect sleep, new research suggests that interactive engagement, such as texting friends

Interactive screen use reduces sleep time in kids, researchers find

by Pennsylvania State UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhile screen time is generally known to affect sleep, new research suggests that interactive engagement, such as texting friends
Increase in the incidence of type 1 diabetes in children during the COVID-19 pandemic

Increase in the incidence of type 1 diabetes in children during the COVID-19 pandemic

by Deutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZDCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, more children and adolescents have newly developed type 1 diabetes than in previous years

Increase in the incidence of type 1 diabetes in children during the COVID-19 pandemic

by Deutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZDCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, more children and adolescents have newly developed type 1 diabetes than in previous years
Early life infection increases sensitivity to pain in newborn babies

Early life infection increases sensitivity to pain in newborn babies

by University of OxfordStudy design and main results. *Red flag risk factors and clinical indicators for Early-Onset Neonatal Infection (EONI). Antibiotic treatment was started if any red flag or

Early life infection increases sensitivity to pain in newborn babies

by University of OxfordStudy design and main results. *Red flag risk factors and clinical indicators for Early-Onset Neonatal Infection (EONI). Antibiotic treatment was started if any red flag or
National Poll: Parents of elementary-aged children may engage in more helicopter parenting than they think

National Poll: Parents of elementary-aged children may engage in more helicopter parenting than they think

by University of MichiganReports suggests sizable gap between parent attitudes about promoting children’s independence and what they actually allow or encourage their children to do without super

National Poll: Parents of elementary-aged children may engage in more helicopter parenting than they think

by University of MichiganReports suggests sizable gap between parent attitudes about promoting children’s independence and what they actually allow or encourage their children to do without super
Study finds caregiver-child relationships improved after seven-session intervention

Study finds caregiver-child relationships improved after seven-session intervention

by UC DavisParent and child playing during PC-CARE session. Credit: UC Davis HealthOnly about 25 percent of children with challenging behaviors receive mental health treatment, and dropout rates

Study finds caregiver-child relationships improved after seven-session intervention

by UC DavisParent and child playing during PC-CARE session. Credit: UC Davis HealthOnly about 25 percent of children with challenging behaviors receive mental health treatment, and dropout rates
Omega-3 fatty acid could boost IQ for preterm babies

Omega-3 fatty acid could boost IQ for preterm babies

by SAHMRICredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research from SAHMRI has found a link between the omega-3 fatty acid known as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and increased IQ among children born prematurely

Omega-3 fatty acid could boost IQ for preterm babies

by SAHMRICredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research from SAHMRI has found a link between the omega-3 fatty acid known as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and increased IQ among children born prematurely
For Black adolescents, feeling connected to school has long-lasting mental health benefits, researchers find

For Black adolescents, feeling connected to school has long-lasting mental health benefits, researchers find

by Greg Bruno,Rutgers UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSchool connectedness—the degree to which students feel part of their school community—influences more than grades. For Black stu

For Black adolescents, feeling connected to school has long-lasting mental health benefits, researchers find

by Greg Bruno,Rutgers UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSchool connectedness—the degree to which students feel part of their school community—influences more than grades. For Black stu
Research shows parents are 'winging it' on their kids' mobile use

Research shows parents are 'winging it' on their kids' mobile use

by Edith Cowan UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAs many parents will attest, children and teens' mobile use is a significant source of family arguments.But new Edith Cowan Universit

Research shows parents are 'winging it' on their kids' mobile use

by Edith Cowan UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAs many parents will attest, children and teens' mobile use is a significant source of family arguments.But new Edith Cowan Universit