Alcohol isn’t generally the first drink that moms-to-be reach for, but if they do, they may not be doing as much harm to their children as previously thought.
Child Development
Bullying in the Family
Brothers and sisters fight, but when the bickering evolves into physical or emotional abuse, it’s bullying.
A Sense of Adventure May Distinguish Identical Twins From Each Other
Curiosity may be key to distinguishing among identical twins — at least when it comes to rodents.
‘Crack Babies’ Don’t Necessarily Turn Into Troubled Teens
Exposure to crack cocaine in the womb does not increase the risk of later criminal behavior or school dropout — although the drug may have some lasting effects on behavior and development, according to a new review of the research.
Babies’ Brains: When Does Consciousness Emerge?
Finding the point at which babies’ reactions change from being purely reflexive to reflecting more intention is leading researches to focus on the first glimmers of conscious thought in infants as young as 5 months old.
Study: Women Abused As Kids More Likely To Have Children With Autism
The results are the first to suggest a trans-generational contributor to the developmental disorder.
How Would Preschool for All Work: Is It All About Play or ABCs?
Finding the right balance of structured play for toddlers could be the key to making universal preschool work
The Legacy of Lead: How the Metal Affects Academic Achievement
Lead exposure may be on the decline, but it’s still taking its toll on children’s performance in school.
Lasting Legacy of Childhood Bullying: Psychiatric Problems In Adulthood
It’s not just the victims of bullying that experience long-term consequences; bullies themselves are also at risk of mental health issues later in life.
ADHD Diagnoses Continue to Climb
A large study in California shows that more kids than ever get diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Is the condition really spreading, or are we just better at detecting it?
Childhood Trauma Leaves Legacy of Brain Changes
Painful experiences early in life can alter the brain in lasting ways.
New Gene Variants Linked to Autism
Researchers come closer to developing a genetic test for the disorder
Your Brain On Sesame Street: Big Bird Helps Researchers See How the Brain Learns
Brain scans of kids and adults watching Sesame Street reveals how the brain picks up reading and math skills