Why young children are hyper-optimistic

by University College LondonBrain Explorer. Credit: University College LondonWhile people tend to have an optimism bias at any age, theJournal of Experimental Psychology: Generalstudy

Updated on: February 22,2024

Why young children are hyper-optimistic

by University College LondonBrain Explorer. Credit: University College LondonWhile people tend to have an optimism bias at any age, theJournal of Experimental Psychology: Generalstudy

Updated on:February 22,2024

What should I do if my child has COVID-19 symptoms?

by Laura Hegwer,Rush University Medical CenterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAmid news that COVID-19 cases are rising among children, it's normal to be concerned when your kid starts cough

Updated on: February 21,2024

What should I do if my child has COVID-19 symptoms?

by Laura Hegwer,Rush University Medical CenterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAmid news that COVID-19 cases are rising among children, it's normal to be concerned when your kid starts cough

Updated on:February 21,2024

Ask the Pediatrician: Especially this time of year, all my kids want to eat is sweets. What should I do?

by Nimali FernandoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain"Can I have a treat?""I want candy!"Sound familiar?Many kids may still have a stash of Halloween candy, and soon other holiday tr

Updated on: June 04,2024

Ask the Pediatrician: Especially this time of year, all my kids want to eat is sweets. What should I do?

by Nimali FernandoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain"Can I have a treat?""I want candy!"Sound familiar?Many kids may still have a stash of Halloween candy, and soon other holiday tr

Updated on:June 04,2024

High BMI in adolescence linked to early chronic kidney disease in young adulthood

by Elana GotkineHigh body mass index (BMI) in late adolescence is associated with early chronic kidney disease (CKD) in young adulthood, according to a study published online Dec. 11 inJAMA Pedi

Updated on: July 01,2024

High BMI in adolescence linked to early chronic kidney disease in young adulthood

by Elana GotkineHigh body mass index (BMI) in late adolescence is associated with early chronic kidney disease (CKD) in young adulthood, according to a study published online Dec. 11 inJAMA Pedi

Updated on:July 01,2024

New guidance published for parents, physicians making medical decisions for children

by Saint Louis University Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainHow should others make decisions for pediatric patients?For decades now, there has been debate in academic literature about theet

Updated on: March 23,2024

New guidance published for parents, physicians making medical decisions for children

by Saint Louis University Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainHow should others make decisions for pediatric patients?For decades now, there has been debate in academic literature about theet

Updated on:March 23,2024

Just half of parents recognize screen time impact on children's eye health

by University of MichiganSome parents may skip steps that help minimize eye injuries. Credit: C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health at University of Michigan He

Updated on: March 23,2024

Just half of parents recognize screen time impact on children's eye health

by University of MichiganSome parents may skip steps that help minimize eye injuries. Credit: C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health at University of Michigan He

Updated on:March 23,2024

Ask the Pediatrician: What should 2-year-olds eat?

by Natalie MuthCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: My toddler is getting more curious about food and feeding himself. What are good things to give to him and what should I avoid?A: It's great that your&nb

Updated on: June 05,2024

Ask the Pediatrician: What should 2-year-olds eat?

by Natalie MuthCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: My toddler is getting more curious about food and feeding himself. What are good things to give to him and what should I avoid?A: It's great that your&nb

Updated on:June 05,2024

Why do some kids take bigger risks than others?

by Boston UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSome kids are risk-takers. Others tend to play it safe. Are these differences simply based on personality, or do children's environments

Updated on: June 08,2024

Why do some kids take bigger risks than others?

by Boston UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSome kids are risk-takers. Others tend to play it safe. Are these differences simply based on personality, or do children's environments

Updated on:June 08,2024

The US infant mortality rate rose last year. The CDC says it's the largest increase in two decades

by Mike StobbeThe toes of a baby peek out of a blanket at a hospital in McAllen, Texas. On Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported the increase of U.S. infant

Updated on: June 29,2024

The US infant mortality rate rose last year. The CDC says it's the largest increase in two decades

by Mike StobbeThe toes of a baby peek out of a blanket at a hospital in McAllen, Texas. On Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported the increase of U.S. infant

Updated on:June 29,2024

Blood pressure greater than 130/85 mmHg can cause heart damage in adolescents

by University of Eastern FinlandElevated blood pressure and hypertension may cause premature cardiac damage in youth. Blood pressure screening and prevention are urgently needed in the young popu

Updated on: June 29,2024

Blood pressure greater than 130/85 mmHg can cause heart damage in adolescents

by University of Eastern FinlandElevated blood pressure and hypertension may cause premature cardiac damage in youth. Blood pressure screening and prevention are urgently needed in the young popu

Updated on:June 29,2024

Going to bed a little earlier greatly increases total sleep time for teens

by Steven ReinbergGoing to bed earlier is one way for teens to get the sleep they need, new research suggests.That may be easier said than done, the researchers admitted. But their study shows that if

Updated on: March 23,2024

Going to bed a little earlier greatly increases total sleep time for teens

by Steven ReinbergGoing to bed earlier is one way for teens to get the sleep they need, new research suggests.That may be easier said than done, the researchers admitted. But their study shows that if

Updated on:March 23,2024

Researchers identify a promising drug for treating serious COVID-19 complication in children

by McKenzie Ridings Mainey,Massachusetts General HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainScientists at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) have ident

Updated on: February 24,2024

Researchers identify a promising drug for treating serious COVID-19 complication in children

by McKenzie Ridings Mainey,Massachusetts General HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainScientists at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) have ident

Updated on:February 24,2024