Health News Archives

TV May Increase Aggression in Toddlers
The more watched, the more aggressive the behavior, study finds

Babies Spot Human Speech at 5 Months
They easily distinguish language from animal sounds, researchers say

Dyslexia More Complicated for Chinese
Study uncovers combination of phonological and visuospatial deficits

Half of U.S. Kids Assaulted Each Year: Study
Report calls for better ways to identify and treat young victims of violence

Teens With ADHD, Depression Risk Internet Addiction
In a wired world, obsessive use is likely to increase, experts say

Smoking in Pregnancy Linked to Psychotic Symptoms in Kids
Study also connects heavy alcohol use to psychiatric disturbances

Social Status as a Teen Predicts Health as an Adult
Research finds those at the top of the pecking order fared the best

Teachers May Be Swayed by Child’s Reputation
Opinions about parents affect how kids are perceived at school, researchers find

Firm Parents Keep Teen Drivers Safe
Supportive rules reduce crashes, drunk driving and cell phone use on the road: studies

Spanking May Lower Kids’ IQs
Experts believe corporal punishment can affect psychological well-being