The lead author of a new American Academy of Pediatrics statement summarizes important guidelines for children’s use of electronic devices.
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Children start to demonstrate self-awareness as they approach their second birthday – and it helps them to learn.
A small minority of children with mental health issues is getting the help they need. School-based mental health is essential to keep students engaged.
People often tell new parents to avoid ‘baby talk’ because it will slow down the child’s language development. But evidence shows it does the opposite.
Learning how to overcome boredom can boost a child’s creativity and independence. So why are parents scared of it?
The good and bad things that happen in early childhood set the stage for health and well-being throughout a person’s life.
Why children shouldn’t specialise in one sport too early.
If children aren’t sufficiently coordinated, it could affect their ability to learn.
Almost 10% of differences in exam results at age 16 can be explained using individuals’ DNA alone.
Language, culture and brain development all contribute to ‘childhood amnesia’.
If you thought babies’ babbling was just nonsense, it’s time to think again.
Fathers experience an equal rise in the bonding chemical oxytocin as mothers do when interacting with their infant.
The development of ‘handedness’ and language are closely linked.
Research has found a relationship between pretend play and a child’s developing creativity, understanding of others and social competence with peers.
If you use a tablet device to keep a child quiet at the dining table or other event then you could be limiting their social skills. That could have an impact on the way they behave later in life.
Non-verbal learning disability is a complex neurological learning disability that becomes more obvious with age. Here are the signs to look out for.
A child mainly learns empathy through imitating adults – yet another reason to treat others well.
Many children are born into families which are vegetarian for cultural, religious, health, ethical or economical reasons. But are they getting the nutrients they need for growth and development?
While there’s some evidence to suggest that children can benefit from music groups, for many other classes the results are mixed.
Parents who provide learning support at home can improve their child’s literacy and emotional development, regardless of their class or educational background.
Principales colaboradores
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Professor, Canada Research Chair in Determinants of Child Development, Owerko Centre at the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary
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Bennett Chair of Autism, Telethon Kids Institute, The University of Western Australia
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Professor of Clinical Neuropsychology, University of Cambridge
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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Cognitive Neuroscience, University of Cambridge
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Professor of Science and Technology for Brain-Inspired Intelligence/ Computer Science, Fudan University
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Assistant professor, School of Psychology, Scientist, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa
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Lecturer in Psychology, University of Leeds
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Professor of Psychology, Rutgers University - Newark
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Reader in Education with Psychology and Centre for Death and Society, University of Bath
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Lecturer in Psychology and Special Educational Needs, UCL
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Professorial Fellow in Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne
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Associate Professor in Psychology, Deakin University
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Senior Industry Fellow, School of Education, RMIT University
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Professor of Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Goldsmiths, University of London
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Director, Center for Community Child Health Royal Children's Hospital; Professor, Department of Paediatrics, University of Melbourne; Theme Director Population Health, Murdoch Children's Research Institute
