Posts tagged: kids
Lifelong payoff for attentive kindergarten kids
Attentiveness in kindergarten accurately predicts the development of "work-oriented" skills in school children, according to a new study.
How kids with autism spend screen time
Children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) tend to be preoccupied with screen-based media. A new study looks at how children with ASDs spend their “screen time.” Researchers found a very high rate of use of solitary screen-based media such as video games and television with a markedly lower rate of ...
Easy Answers to Your Kids’ Most Burning Questions
A new survey has identified the five most common questions kids ask their parents. It also found that most parents don't know how to answer them. Life's Little Mysteries steps in to fill the knowledge void.
School obesity programs may promote worrisome eating behaviors and physical activity in kids
In a new poll, 30% of parents report at least one worrisome behavior in their children that could be associated with the development of eating disorders.
Many strategies to increase physical activity for kids lack injury prevention measures
A new study documents a need for increased injury prevention efforts in many of the most popular activities for kids (walking, bicycling, swimming, sports and playground use) in the United States.
Study: ‘Tiger Parenting’ Tough on Kids
There's a middle ground between "Eastern" and "Western" parenting.
Kids & Cursing: ‘Modern Family’ Toddler Typical, Scientists Say
$*&%, why are these kids so foul-mouthed?
Parental Alcoholism Linked to Brain Changes in Kids
Two areas of the brain responded differently in youth with a family history of alcoholism during risky decision-making, a new study shows.
10 Scientific Tips For Raising Happy Kids
Studies show these parenting styles can get kids started on the right path in life.
3-D modeling software benefits kids with autism
A new study describes how workshops to teach Google’s 3D modeling software to kids with autism have benefited the intergenerational relationships within the participants’ families.
Computer Game Teaches Kids How To Play Nice With Dogs
A computer game teaches rules, but young kids also need parental supervision around the family pet.