Cyberbullying is widespread among U.S. teens and is linked to post-traumatic stress symptoms in middle- and high-school students, a new study says. Nearly 9
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Autism Rates Rise Again, Now Affecting 1 in 31 U.S. Children
Previously, the CDC estimated 1 in 150 kids had autism. That rose to 1 in 44 by 2018, 1 in 36 in 2020, and
Weight-Obsessed Teens Face Triple the Odds for Self-Harm
Even if a teen is at a healthy weight, just thinking they are overweight can greatly raise their odds for self-harm, a new study
Back-to-School Tips to Helping Your Kids Breathe Easier
As kids and teens return to school, parents might not have protecting their child’s lung health on the top of their to-do lists. But
Younger Kids in Class Might Be Misdiagnosed With ADHD, Autism
If your child is among the youngest in their school grade, it’s more likely they’ll be mistakenly identified by teachers as having ADHD or
A Cheaper Way to Protect Kids’ Teeth From Cavities
A cheap cavity-fighting liquid typically used to treat sensitive teeth appears to work as well as dental sealants in preventing tooth decay, a new
Being Born Even a Bit Early Could Harm a Child’s Development
Babies born even slightly early have a higher long-term risk of developmental difficulties that could affect their behavior and learning ability, a new study
Getting School Kids Gardening Pays Off for Eating Habits
Tending a garden can help young kids develop healthy attitudes about food that will influence their health years later, a new study says. Kids
Spotting Epilepsy in Kids Isn’t Always Easy: Know the Signs
Neurologist Deborah Holder says she often has parents come to her with kids who’ve experienced what they call “funny spells.” “Sometimes I start talking
ADHD: What Parents Need to Know
About 6 million kids have been diagnosed with ADHD as of 201 Lots of children and adolescents have the condition known as ADHD, or