As rates of behavioral disorders like attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and anxiety rose among children, so did concerns about treating them with psychotropic drugs.
Killer Hangover? Blame Your Wine Glass
The color, shape and size of what you drink affects how much you pour
Menu Makeover: Is Fast Food Finally Making Impactful Changes?
McDonald’s announced on Thursday it will stop marketing a portion of its unhealthy fare to young kids — including soda — and will start offering healthier side alternatives like salads and sliced fruit to its adult menu too.
Eat This Now: Heirloom Beans
Heirloom tomatoes had their moment, so now it’s the beans’ turn.
Stem Cells Could Lead to Better Breasts After Reconstructive Surgery
Seeding fat grafts with stem cells could improve reconstructive surgery results.
The First Mind-Controlled Bionic Leg Steps Into Reality
A team of scientists are getting closer to the holy grail of brain-powered prosthetics by developing the first advanced-movement prosthetic leg that communicates with the wearer’s mind.
Viewpoint: The Drama of the Anxious Child
Childhood anxiety is on the rise at every level, from fear of monsters under the bed to severe anxiety disorders.
More Children Than Ever Are Getting Flu Shots
Vaccination advocates can rejoice: the flu shot push is paying off.
Why Moms Find That New Baby Smell So Delicious
Moms who are so taken with their babies that they want to “eat them up” have a good biological reason for feeling that way, say researchers.
These Dads Are Awesome: 5 Viral Parenting Videos
Four kids in Atlanta are living the dream: their dad is a part-time superhero. Blake Wilson, a father of four, is quickly becoming a social media sensation known as “BatDad.” In his Vine videos, Wilson dons a Batman mask and films footage of himself parenting as BatDad. “I’m just a normal dad with four kids and a wife having fun with …
Omega 3s Reality Check: Are We Over-Exaggerating Their Benefits?
Omega-3 fatty acids are praised for keeping bodies healthy from the heart to the brain. But new research is questioning how strong the relationship is between omega-3 consumption and health.
Acupuncture May Relieve Depression, But Only Temporarily
Patients eager for non-drug options for treating depression may benefit from adding acupuncture to their counseling, according to a new study.
To Bedshare or Not to Share: Why Infants Shouldn’t Sleep With Mom and Dad
A new study suggests that breastfeeding and bedsharing may go hand in hand, but while more data supports breastfeeding, the studies aren’t as definitive about parents sleeping in the same bed as their infants.