The effect of paternal age on autism, schizophrenia, and ADHD may be greater than previously thought
Child Development
Tylenol During Pregnancy Linked to Higher Risk of ADHD
Moms-to-be who relieve pain with acetaminophen may be setting their children up for hyperactivity
Children Exposed to More Brain-Harming Chemicals Than Ever Before
A new report finds the number of chemicals contributing to brain disorders in children has doubled since 2006
Do All-Girls Schools Breed Feminists or Mean Girls?
What happens when girls aren’t under the scrutiny of boys? Do they get more girly or less so?
Exercise During Pregnancy May Boost Babies’ Brain Activity
Infants were better able to process repeated sounds, showing a maturity of brain function
20-Year-Old Woman Dies Looking Like Toddler
Diagnosed with a mysterious condition that prevented her from aging, Brooke Greenberg was old enough to drive but lived her life in a crib.
The Secret to Smarter Kids: Naps
It may not look like much is going on during naptime in preschool, but dozing youngsters are actually busy learning.
Hand Gestures Could Make Kids Smarter
Using hand gestures may be important for more than just making a point; they could help children to learn.
Breastfeeding and Other Early Influencers on Children’s IQ
A new study solidifies the connection between breast-feeding and intelligence, but it’s not the only way that mom can influence youngsters’ IQ, even before birth.
Parent: If You Want Your Kids to Watch Less TV, You Should Too
There’s a lot of advice about how not to let your kids watch TV. But what’s the most important factor in helping young children to take in television responsibly?
Building Kids’ Vocabulary Doesn’t Have to Involve Words
The stronger a child’s vocabulary, the more successful she tends to be in school, and new research shows that the word-building can begin before kids start talking.
WATCH: Young Boy Hears His Dad’s Voice For the First Time
Born deaf, 3-year-old Grayson Clamp is astonished to hear his father’s voice for the first time, thanks to a microchip that University of North Carolina doctors implanted inside his brain. Read more about Grayson’s experience on our companion section, NewsFeed.
Mothers Who Smoke While Pregnant Put Kids at Risk of Substance Abuse
Exposure to cigarette smoke in the womb may interfere with the brain‘s reward system, and make children more vulnerable to addictions.