September 27, 2024

Genetics Play Large Role in Fussy Eating

A single trajectory of food fussiness was modeled, showing an increase from 16 months to 7 years, followed by a slight decline between 7 and 13 years.

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September 24, 2024

Pediatric Wards: Idaho Bursting, Alaska Empty

From overflowing cribs to empty pediatric wings, new data reveals a 133.3% difference in children's hospital bed occupancy rates between the most and least crowded states.

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September 18, 2024

Did COVID-19 Lockdowns Age Teen Girls' Brains Faster Than Boys'?

COVID-19 lockdowns accelerated brain aging in teen girls by an average of 4.2 years—three times faster than boys—revealing critical insights into stress-related brain development.

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September 18, 2024

Why Are Suicide Rates Higher in Patients with Autism?

Patients with autism spectrum disorder face nearly three times the risk of suicide, with females and those without intellectual disability at significantly higher risk.

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September 17, 2024

New Genetic Links Between Dyslexia, ADHD, and Psychiatric Disorders

A new study reveals 40 novel genetic loci shared between dyslexia and ADHD, shedding light on their frequent co-occurrence and shared neurodevelopmental origins.

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September 10, 2024

Fish During Pregnancy May Lower Autism Risk

Pregnant women who consumed fish had a 16% lower likelihood of their child being diagnosed with autism compared to those who did not consume fish, underscoring the importance of omega-3s during fetal brain development.

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May 23, 2024

ADHD Rates Climb: 7.1M U.S. Children Affected

A new study reveals that 11.4% of U.S. children have been diagnosed with ADHD.

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July 10, 2024

Study Reveals Age-Dependent Shift in Children's Food Particle Preferences

New research reveals how children's preferences for food textures evolve with age, showing a marked increase in acceptance of particle-containing foods as they grow older.

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July 26, 2024

Healing and Owing: U.S. Health Workers' $150 Billion Debt Dilemma

A new study exposes the alarming levels of medical and educational debt burdening U.S. health care workers, with debt disproportionately affecting women, Black workers, and those in lower-paying fields.

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