Child Development

Toxic metal may play a role in autism development

In a recent study, researchers find that environmental metal and metalloid pollution (lead, mercury, aluminum, and arsenic) may induce autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). The finding...
Soy-based formula may change baby’s reproduction system

Soy-based formula may change baby’s reproduction system

In a new study, researchers from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia find that babies fed by soy-based formula had differences in the reproductive-system compared with...
Why newborns look ‘less cute’ than older babies

Why newborns look ‘less cute’ than older babies

In a recent study, researchers from Brock University find that adults think the faces of babies most appealing at around the six-month mark. This means...
Mobile phone radiation may hurt memory performance in kids

Mobile phone radiation may hurt memory performance in kids

In a recent study, researchers find that radiofrequency electromagnetic fields may harm the development of memory performance of specific brain regions. The rapid evolution of...
Mind-body therapy may help beat anxiety in teens

Mind-body therapy may help beat anxiety in teens

In a new study from Columbia University, researchers find that mind-body therapy can provide an effective method to help treat the very common problem...
13 Reasons Why

13 Reasons Why: How to spot teen suicide warning signs

The Netflix show ’13 Reasons Why’ has season 2 now. Although the show is about teenagers’ life, it is not relaxing, funny or easy to...
How omega-3s help keep kids out of trouble

How omega-3s help keep kids out of trouble

A recent study from UMass Lowell shows that omega 3 supplement could reduce disruptive, even abusive behavior. Previous research has shown that omega-3 fatty acids...
brain training games

Brain training games can outperform tutors, says research

Brain training games have become popular on mobile devices. Although their contributions to brain function improvement is still controversial, many people like to try...
sleeping

How to help kids sleep well: suggestions from scientists

Sleep plays a key role in children’s development and health. However, currently kids’ sleep time is steadily declining. Studies show that 20 -30 %...
Omega 3

Omega 3/6 fatty acids can improve children’s reading ability, says study

Reading is an important ability in school learning. Children’s reading skills can directly influence their academic achievement. In a study newly published in Journal of...