A surge in calls to the National Poison Information Center in the weeks before Passover, with an increase of about 40% in overall calls. About 40% concern young children, mainly under the age of 6.
In the shadow of sirens and security tension, children of divorced parents need a more stable anchor than ever, even if the parents themselves still carry resentment and pain.
The last week with no school and quite a bit of idleness is a difficult week for all children – but for children with ADHD it is a situation that may destabilize neurological and emotional balance.
This year, many children choose costumes like monsters or soldiers; it reflects their need for protection and a sense of power, not just play.
A new American study: Negative or traumatic childhood experiences increase the risk of obesity in children, while the presence of a supportive adult in their lives may reduce these risks.
Everyone has been talking this past week about the cute monkey who found comfort with another monkey doll. An experts explains why that is precisely where he finds his safe place.
Abdominal pain is the leading reason for emergency room visits among children aged 5 and older. A doctor explains when an examination is necessary and what you can do at home.
People pick partners for looks and personality, yet overlook body odor – a trait studies show may influence the immune strength of future children and reveal far more than we realize.
A new study found that 20 minutes a day of physical activity helped children with attention disorders concentrate on school tasks. And the best part – the effect lasted even into the next day.
Eye infections are relatively common in children. An expert explains why diagnosis is so important, why antibiotics are not always the solution, and what must never be put in a child’s eye.
Many parents hear young daughters asking to remove body hair, often due to social pressure. An expert explains how to cope with it and what options are appropriate.
