A new study published in Nature Mental Health has found that children growing up in states with higher income inequality show ...

This course introduces students to the field of child and adolescent development by examining the application of various theoreical frameworks with the aim of understanding and promoting psychological ...

As the adolescent separates from childhood, parent and teenager must accept more diversity and disagreement in their ...

In Western cultures, adolescence is often viewed as a time of rebellion and irresponsibility. A new article published in the journal Child Development Perspectives synthesized recent research on ...

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Policymaking that considers the unique developmental needs of young children, as well as their lived experiences and that of their families, can set the foundation for health and well-being throughout ...

The idea of a child dying by suicide is unimaginable. Yet, according to recent data, a significant number of children will ...

Some children present with acute pain needing emergency care, but many show subtle signs that can go unnoticed for weeks or ...