In particular, few studies have followed up children's use of mobile devices and the development of behavioral problems over time. But such studies are very important because they can tell us which ...

Youth with behavior challenges may have trouble moving between different brain states, according to a new study from Yale Child Study Center (YCSC). Their brains appear to get stuck in states with ...

There's no one right way to raise a child, but different patterns of parenting are associated with how kids behave. A new ...

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Children who struggle with attention and behavior problems tend to end up earning less money, finish fewer years of school and have poorer mental and physical health as adults, compared with children ...

Parents are told behavioral approaches don't work for neurodivergent kids. Rigorous trials, including with autistic kids who ...

Data from more than 15,000 lower-income children ages 2 to 6 reveals higher-than-expected levels of significant behavioral dysfunction. Co-authors urge increased screening, prevention programs in ...

March 16 (UPI) --Children who spend more time on using handheld devices and computers or watching television are more likely to exhibit behavior problems such as aggression, difficulties with ...

Q: “How do I bring awareness of sensory processing disorder (SPD) to friends and relatives who think my child has a behavior problem?” A child with significant sensory needs may need opportunities for ...

Sexual behaviors in children are common, occurring in 42 to 73 percent of children by the time they reach 13 years of age. Developmentally appropriate behavior that is common and frequently observed ...