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Young Australians and New Zealanders have been campaigning for better climate action for years. It seems their message might be getting through, according to new research.
Too often, women are judged solely through a biological lens. Our value, our ability to contribute meaningfully to society, is reduced to our ability to reproduce.
They’re not what many of us imagine when we think of schools, but building them vertically could make our cities better for everyone.
The art gallery can be a great place to talk about nudity with children. Here’s how to start the conversation, and answer their questions.
Given the physical, social and economic prioritization of physical activity in our society, why are young children with disabilities missed from physical activity monitoring and reporting?
Parents of teenagers play an important role in their alcohol consumption. A new study shows that parental rules are the key, and that talking is not all that useful!
Children’s interests need to be represented in politics – here’s how that could happen.
Regulating how kids access the internet – including social media – must balance protection from harm with children’s rights to expression and information.
Concerns surrounding cell phones and social media are grabbing headlines, but what does the science say?
Researchers found blood-lead levels in sparrows were a predictable indicator of blood-lead levels in children – showing how humans and nature are inextricably linked.
There are many limitations to what technology can do to bar underage people from porn. Importantly, the very idea distracts from evidence-based solutions.
Imaginary companions are a normal and joyful part of childhood.
Music can provide incarcerated youth with opportunities to build confidence, engage with learning, develop social skills, and and redefine themselves from young offenders to young artists.
With the Paris Olympics and the 35th anniversary of the UN Convention of the Rights of the Child approaching, now is the ideal time to focus on protecting the rights of child athletes.
Targeting benefits at the most vulnerable sounds like good sense – but a wider support system could be more effective at tackling poverty.
The changing climate is an added barrier to getting children and youth in Canada to meet the minimum guidelines for being physically active.
Millennial parents are actively seeking out toys, books and movies to educate their children about life and teach them values that align with their own.
Children’s rights are often violated in times of war.
A parenting expert shares tips on how to celebrate moms and promote family well-being.
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