Parenting

Kindergarten misbehaviour may cost society in the long run: Study

For the first time, a new economic analysis has linked kindergarten pupils' misbehaviour to significant societal costs in terms of criminality, associated medical expenses, and lost productivity as they grow up.

2023-09-09T08:32:48.922353+00:00 IST

Study reveals more sleep reduce impulsive behavior in children

Sleep is a vital aspect of a child's general health, but it can also influence their behaviour.

2023-08-29T17:09:55.140562+00:00 IST

Overuse of social media, gadgets becomes top parents concern

As children return to school, two issues are rising to the top of their parents' concerns: the impact of social media and the internet on children's lives.

2023-08-26T09:54:39.620897+00:00 IST

Little sleep can take toll on health of both mother and child

A new study has analyzed maternal and infant sleep patterns, identifying predictors and provided recommendations for instilling healthy habits.

2023-07-21T19:02:40.597641+00:00 IST

Parents’ psychiatric diagnosis increases risk of preterm birth

A new study has found that babies are more likely to be born prematurely when either their father or mother has had a psychiatric diagnosis.

2023-07-21T18:43:04.816249+00:00 IST

Strict discipline linked to kids developing mental health issues

According to new research, young children who frequently experience harsh discipline from their parents are much more likely to experience long-lasting mental health issues.

2023-07-15T11:57:04.157431+00:00 IST

Helping teens to feel competent can improve their grades

According to recent research, encouraging adolescents to feel capable and purposeful - rather than just happy - could boost their academic results as well as their mental health.

2023-07-06T10:36:59.180089+00:00 IST

Middle-upper class children are more likely to participate: Study

The study shed new light on the persistent and early emerging disparities in education linked to socioeconomic status (SES).

2023-07-03T18:48:11.315273+00:00 IST

Research shows babies talk more around man-made objects

Babies are considerably more likely to participate in "baby talk" when dealing with artificial things than when interacting with natural ones, according to a study.

2023-07-02T09:47:48.538427+00:00 IST

Babies talk more around man-made objects than natural ones: Study

According to research, babies are much more likely to engage in "baby talk" while interacting with artificial things than when interacting with natural ones.

2023-06-30T12:58:43.782311+00:00 IST

Study finds fathers role in supporting breastfeeding, sleep

According to a recent survey of new fathers conducted by the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS for Dads), fathers can make a significant difference in whether an infant is nursed and safely placed to sleep.

2023-06-16T13:12:22.608202+00:00 IST

Effects of stress in pregnancy on child's early language skills

High levels of the stress hormone cortisol during the third trimester of pregnancy may boost speech and language abilities in the first three years of a child's life, according to research presented at the 25th European Congress of Endocrinology in Istanbul. The findings help us understand how cortisol influences foetal and newborn development.

2023-05-20T03:19:48.893029+00:00 IST

Better neighbourhoods can improve kids' asthma: Study

A new study has found that children who have shifted from distressed areas to better neighbourhoods have improved kids' asthma.

2023-05-16T17:47:35.768963+00:00 IST

Study: Children's inactivity is still problematic post-pandemic

Children are still more sedentary during the week, according to new research, even if children's physical activity levels in the UK have largely reverted to pre-pandemic levels.

2023-04-27T15:05:29.800534+00:00 IST

Study defines children's shyness and its meaning

Describe shyness. According to research, shyness is characterised by dread and anxiety in the face of social novelty and/or social judgement. Although behavioural, affective, and physiological manifestations of shyness might occur, little is known about how these elements interact.

2023-04-25T12:24:46.835693+00:00 IST

Adding good structure to breaks is great way to keep kids active

Reasearchers have found that when primary school children are on holidays, they're less active, more likely to be on screens, and tend to have a worse diet than during the school term.

2023-04-14T17:03:38.742579+00:00 IST

Weekend fun: Summer party ideas for kids

Weekends are here and it's time to throw a party! Have a memorable summer party with your kids and their friends to welcome the season of heat and fun. Having a summer party allows you to be more creative with the theme, food, and activities while also giving the kids a chance to run around and enjoy. Take a look at the ideas you can try.

2023-04-14T15:35:43.822973+00:00 IST

Treat your kids with these water activities

Summer is knocking at the door. Before the scorching heat makes us sweat and irritate, let's plan some water activities for the kids. Not only kids, grown-ups can also join in.

2023-04-01T10:58:55.080540+00:00 IST

How mom, dad's different perspectives as co-parents affect kids

In the study, published online recently in the journal Child Development, participants were asked about their co-parenting relationship with their partner -- in other words, how they related to each other as parents.

2023-03-26T08:33:44.699597+00:00 IST