February 14, 2012
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All kids are rejected by their peers sometimes.
A study through the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development examined how 397 Korean and 333 American children (ages 10 and 13) understand victimization and rejection by their peers.
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February 7, 2012
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Household electronic devices have become increasingly complex and so have the batteries that power them.
But as batteries increase in power and sophistication they also decrease in size.
Batteries are found in a wide variety of electronic devices and most contain heavy metals and corrosives. For kids, the small lithium ones present a special hazard.
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February 5, 2012
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Parents who wish to treat their child’s cough generally turn to drugs such as dextromethorphan (DM) and diphenhydramine (DPH): the
two most common ingredients in cough and cold medicines.
But a study carried out by the Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences in Iran set out to determine if there might be a more effective approach. Continue Reading →
January 30, 2012
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Most young children understand the importance of eating healthy foods.
However, making even simple food choices can become complicated when kids are targeted with eye-catching marketing designed to appeal to their childish tastes. Continue Reading →
November 8, 2011
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We’ve all known picky eaters.
Maybe it’s your son, maybe it’s your daughter … maybe it’s even you or your spouse.
Regardless of who is pickiest at your table, now is the time to clean up their diet.
November 8, 2011
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Childhood asthma, allergies and other types of immune dysfunction are increasingly common in the industrialized world.
But surprisingly, allergic diseases are rare in developing countries with poor sanitation.
The difference may be explained by looking at Continue Reading →