Too little play time, not enough parental involvement, and too much time on screens may account for the problem. A UT ...

Regular physical activity contributes to a child’s physical development and promotes overall well-being. It may help if parents and caregivers can encourage them in active play, playground activities, ...

Being Yoga's Role in Child Development: In today's fast-paced world, finding quality time to engage with children can be challenging for parents. Often, outdoor play and park visits are replaced by ...

Parents, teachers, coaches and other adults shouting at, denigrating or verbally threatening children can be as damaging to their development as sexual or physical abuse, a new study finds. The study, ...

Elizabeth Cooney is a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. You can reach Liz on Signal at LizC.22. Nobody’s against fitness for children. But ...

As we celebrate the wonders of technology and its ability to shape young minds, a concerning trend is emerging.  Prolonged screen time is leading to a sedentary lifestyle, contributing to obesity, ...

Mental and physical health conditions in children and adolescents are often linked and can be traced back to a shared risk factor. According to new research from örebro University.

Mental and physical health conditions in children and adolescents are often linked and can be traced back to a shared risk ...

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