A study of more than 2,300 9- to 10-year-olds found that socioeconomic factors explained most differences in the preteens' ...

A child's family income and the neighborhood they grow up in may play a much bigger role in brain development than previously ...

Our brains make us who we are. But what makes our brains? Which of the myriad experiences and characteristics that define a ...

Investigating the risk factors and protective factors for childhood maltreatment Of the studies identified through a database search and other resources, 58 were included in the meta-analysis, ...

Economic conditions at home and in the local community may play a significant role in children’s development, according to a ...

A new study maps "genetic nurture," showing how parents' uninherited genes shape a child's height, BMI, and intelligence.

Early atopic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis, and infant wheeze showed the largest effect sizes. Skin barrier impairment metrics were independently associated with higher absolute food allergy risk.

Child development expert Kendra Morgan outlines five key factors parents should consider when deciding if their child needs a growth year, emphasizing early assessment and collaboration with schools.