Second-Hand Smoke Poses Risks For Young Children
Children exposed to second-hand smoke notice a much greater risk of having attention deficit hyperactive disorder, stuttering, and headaches than children who have not been around second-hand smoke.
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Hyperactivity, Anxiousness May Be Caused By Childhood Abandonment
Early separation from their mothers results in long-term anxiety and hyperactivity in mice.
Alarming Trend Between Obesity And Household Income
A direct correlation between household income and obesity may exist. The lower the income, the greater the chance of an obese adolescent.
Testosterone, Puberty Affected By First Six Months
Weight gain during first six months of life may influence when a boy reaches puberty.
Parental Depression As High As 33 Percent, Study Shows
Nearly 20 percent of fathers and more than 33 percent of mothers experience some depression before their child is 12 years old.
Childhood Obesity Is More Apparent Than Originally Believed
With the launch of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, some believe the obesity problem in America is being underestimated.
Children Without Siblings Exhibit Similar Social Skills To Those With Siblings, Research Suggests
Children with no siblings are no less capable of having and displaying solid social skills when compared to children raised with siblings, a new study suggests.
Children With Dogs Live Active Lifestyles
New studies suggest children with dogs are actually more active than children of families without.
Children’s Brain Development Linked to Physical Exercise
Studies show a link between brain development and physical fitness in 9- and 10-year-old children. The study proves children who are more fit perform better on memory tests than less-fit children.
