Here’s what happens when a school is located near a cannabis dispensary
As more states legalize marijuana, researchers are examining the effects of legalization on society.
Angus Kittelman, an assistant professor of special education at the University...
When is a good time for a child to start music lessons
There are many reasons a child should learn a musical instrument.
Not only does it give them the opportunity to make music, a significant body...
Most baby foods in U.S. grocery stores are unhealthy, warns study
A new study has found that the majority of baby foods sold in U.S. grocery stores are unhealthy, with 60% failing to meet basic...
Why whooping cough now?
Pertussis, or whooping cough, is on the rise as we head into the new school year.
That's compared to the last few years, when incidence...
Scientists warn of severe risks from button battery injuries in young children
A recent study led by the University of Sydney has highlighted the serious dangers that button batteries pose to young children.
These small batteries, commonly...
Bed-sharing with your baby? New study says it’s safe for their development
A new study from the University of Essex has found that parents who share their bed with their babies don't need to worry about...
How early antibiotics can turn immunity into allergy
Researchers at the University of British Columbia have discovered how giving antibiotics to newborns can increase their risk of developing lifelong respiratory allergies.
This groundbreaking...
What can you do if your child hates reading
During Book Week, we will see countless photos on social media of happy kids dressed as characters from their favorite books, while schools hold...
Childhood neglect damages cognitive function more severely than previously thought
Recent research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London and the City University of New York has uncovered...
Scientists find a possible key link to autism spectrum disorder
Scientists from Mayo Clinic and Yale University have uncovered potential origins of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
By studying human "mini-brain" models or organoids, the team...