Bans on lead in paint, gasoline and pipes have dramatically reduced lead poisoning that causes severe developmental problems in children. But another threat looms: More children have elevated lead ...

DENVER (KDVR) — Obesity rates continue to be a critical issue for kids and teens in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. More than 19% of kids and teens across the ...

Many parents nonchalantly refer to their children, whether babies or adults, as their “best friend.” It can be an offhanded comment about an infant daughter or a declaration to the room at your ...

I am concerned about the declining U.S. birth rate. To help fix it, we should make birthday parties normal again! Just kidding. But really, everyone’s standard for what a child needs is way too high.

When wisely chosen and used well, technology has many benefits for children and adolescents. Videogames and interactive online activities can provide learning opportunities that expand a child’s world ...

My friend “Andrea” was at the head of the trend toward a new kind of family. In an earlier post, “On NOT Waiting for Mr. Right,” she shared her perspective as a single woman who was five months ...

Nearly 1 in 3 kids seeing psychiatrists have insomnia as well as other issues. July 27, 2010— -- Insomnia significantly affects 29 percent of children seen by child psychiatrists, according to a ...