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EPA Awards $58 Million to Help Schools, Daycare Centers Remove Lead From Drinking Water
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- July 25, 2023
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The Biden administration on Monday awarded $58 million in grants to help schools and daycare centers remove lead from drinking water.
The announcement came during an event in Boston.
“I am excited to join local leaders in Boston to announce $58 milli...
Nearly 1 in 10 U.S. Children Has a Developmental Disability: CDC
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 13, 2023
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More kids in the United States are getting a developmental disability diagnosis, with prevalence close to 9% in 2021, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports.
Among 3- to 17-year-olds, 8.56% have ever been diagnosed with a developmental disability, co...
New Treatment Could Be Safer Way to Fight Brain Tumors in Kids
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- April 25, 2023
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Each year, about 140 kids in the United States are diagnosed with a craniopharyngioma, a typically non-cancerous brain tumor that develops near the pituitary gland at the base of the brain.
Doctors treat craniopharyngiomas with surgery to remove the entire tumor or a les...
Growing Up With Lead in Drinking Water May Dull Brain in Old Age
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- November 10, 2022
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Lead is known to damage young children's brains, and a new study suggests the effects may still be apparent in old age.
Researchers found that among nearly 1,100 older U.S. adults, those who grew up in cities with lead-contaminated drinking water generally scored worse o...
Nap at Preschool May Boost Tots' Learning
- Cara Murez
- March 30, 2022
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Many parents of preschoolers insist that naps are essential to recharge their little ones during the day and improve their mood.
Turns out that daytime shut-eye may also boost early literacy skills.
Many Parents Worry That Kids Fell Behind in Schooling During Pandemic
- Robert Preidt
- October 20, 2021
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It is a fear that millions of parents have been harboring since the pandemic began: Will their children fall behind in school due to disruptions caused by lockdowns, closings and social distancing?
A new U.S. poll finds that fear is widespread, with just over half of mor...
'6 Stages' Approach Might Help Families Coping With ADHD
- Robert Preidt
- October 20, 2021
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Researchers have created a six-stage process to help families of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) deal with the disorder.
"This framework is family-centered, focused on breaking down the barriers that families face from before diagnosis to pr...
Most Kids Newly Diagnosed With ADHD Aren't Getting Best Care
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 19, 2021
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Preschoolers with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) rarely receive the gold-standard treatment recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for their condition, a new study reports.
The AAP recommends a behavioral therapy technique called "paren...
A Simple Way to Boost Kids' Reading Skills?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- October 1, 2021
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A small fix might make reading a bit easier for kids with dyslexia, as well as their classmates: Increasing the amount of space between printed letters.
Over Half of American Children Have Detectable Lead Levels in Their Blood
- Steven Reinberg
- September 27, 2021
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More than 50% of American children have detectable blood lead levels, a new study reveals. And young children who live in places with lots of pre-1950s housing and low incomes have the greatest risk.
"Public health authorities have worked commendably to reduce lead expos...
More Kids With Autism May Be Doing Well Than Thought
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- April 5, 2021
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School-age children with autism may be faring better than commonly thought, with most "doing well" in at least some aspects of development, a new study suggests.
The study, of 272 children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), found that nearly 80% were doing well in at l...
Kids With Dyslexia May Have Hidden Strengths
- Robert Preidt
- December 14, 2020
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There's growing evidence that children with dyslexia may have heightened social and emotional intelligence.
Along with showing that dyslexia may be much more complex than poor reading skills, new study findings add to previous research indicating that dyslexia is often l...
Childhood Lead Exposure Tied to Brain Changes in Middle Age
- Robert Preidt
- November 19, 2020
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Middle-aged adults who had elevated levels of lead in their blood as children have brain structure changes, new research shows.
For the study, the researchers analyzed childhood lead exposure data on 564 participants in a long-term study of people who were born in the sa...
For Kids With Hearing Issues, Early Intervention Crucial to School Readiness
- Amy Norton
- September 28, 2020
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When babies with hearing impairments get help very early in life, they are more likely to be "kindergarten-ready" when the time comes, a new study finds.
In the United States, all states have government-funded "early intervention" programs designed to assist parents ...
Electrical Brain Stimulation Offers Hope Against Dyslexia
- Amy Norton
- September 10, 2020
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Electrical stimulation of a sound-processing area of the brain can briefly improve reading skills in adults with dyslexia, a new, small study has found.
Researchers say their results suggest that deficits in that brain region are a cause of the reading difficulties s...
Does TV And Computer Time Affect Kids' Math, Reading?
- Robert Preidt
- September 2, 2020
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Children who spend too much time on computers or watching TV may have poorer reading and math skills, a new study finds.
Researchers analyzed school test data of more than 1,200 Australian children when they were 8 and 9 years of age and again two years later. Parent...
Kids With Special Needs Struggling to Receive Good Care During Pandemic
- Serena McNiff
- August 20, 2020
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With the likelihood that many kids will be taught remotely this fall, all children are bound to face obstacles to their learning and development. But kids with disabilities often require more support, some of which cannot be delivered remotely.
"The burden of stress ...
Too Much 'Screen Time' Could Slow Your Toddler's Language Skills: Study
- Serena Gordon
- March 23, 2020
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Everyone is glued to some sort of media these days, but for young kids, that screen time could delay or limit their language skills, a new research review suggests.
"Our findings are really consistent with the guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics [AAP]...
FDA Bans Shock Devices Used on the Mentally Disabled
- Robert Preidt
- March 4, 2020
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Electrical shock devices used to reduce aggression and self-harm in patients with autism and other developmental disabilities will be banned, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday.
The devices deliver shocks through electrodes attached to the skin of p...
Genes, Family Are Key Predictors of School Success
- Robert Preidt
- December 27, 2019
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It may be possible to predict a child's chances of academic success at birth, a new study suggests.
Researchers found that kids' genes and their parents' education and wealth were big predictors of school success.
They analyzed data from 5,000 children born i...
Make Learning Fun, and Kids Learn More
- Alan Mozes
- September 20, 2019
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Make it fun, and they will learn.
That's the conclusion of a new Canadian study that analyzed a kindergarten teaching program that favors playful activities and socializing over sit-down lectures. In the end, the innovative program appeared to give kids a leg up on r...
Is a Charter School the Right Choice for Your Child?
- Len Canter
- August 29, 2019
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Charter schools have been around for more than 25 years, yet many people know little about them or whether they're a smart option for their children. Created as a way to increase student achievement, the concept has its share of both critics and supporters.
By defini...
Many Youngsters Aren't Ready for Kindergarten
- Serena Gordon
- July 22, 2019
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The start of school is just around the corner, but a leading pediatricians' group warns that many kids entering kindergarten lack the skills they need to succeed in class.
To help parents get their young ones ready to start school, the American Academy of Pediatrics ...
Zika's Damage Continues in Children Infected Before Birth
- Robert Preidt
- July 9, 2019
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New research shows that neurological damage for babies who were exposed to the Zika virus while in the womb continues to unfold years after birth.
Developmental problems were found in one-third of the 216 children studied, some of whom were 3 years old. The problems...
How Does Sunshine During Pregnancy Affect Learning?
- Steven Reinberg
- July 2, 2019
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Kids whose moms don't get enough sunshine during pregnancy may be more likely to develop learning difficulties, researchers report.
The finding stems from data on more than 422,000 school-aged children in Scotland. Low levels of exposure to UVB rays -- but not UVA s...
How to Recognize Early Learning Challenges in Kids
- Len Canter
- June 17, 2019
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Many children have difficulty with learning at some point, but those with learning disabilities often have several specific and persistent signs, which can start in preschool years. Recognizing them as soon as possible allows a child to get needed help and make better progress...
Was Dyslexia the Secret to Leonardo da Vinci's Greatness?
- Robert Preidt
- May 2, 2019
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Leonardo da Vinci was an atrocious speller, a sure sign of dyslexia, but it's possible that very disorder fueled his genius, a researcher says.
May 2 marks the 500th anniversary of the death of da Vinci, an inventor and artist regarded by many as the most creative pe...
Can Games and Apps Help Your Kids Learn?
- Len Canter
- April 17, 2019
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Leading health organizations are warning about the possibility of video game addiction.
The World Health Organization has included it in the latest edition of its reference book of health disorders, while the American Psychiatric Association's book offers warning si...
Can Some Children Outgrow Autism?
- Amy Norton
- March 19, 2019
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Some toddlers thought to have mild autism "outgrow" the diagnosis, but most continue to struggle with language and behavior, new research suggests.
The study is not the first to document cases of autism "recovery." Doctors have known for decades that a small number o...
How to Help When Your Child is Struggling in School
- Len Canter
- March 8, 2019
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Studies show that the earlier a child's school struggles are addressed, the better the outcome will be. So it's important for parents to tackle problems early on rather than ignore them or hope children will grow out of them.
It's often easy to spot a child who's hav...
Setting Preschoolers on an Active Path
- Len Canter
- February 12, 2019
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Physical activity is closely linked to development of a child's mental skills -- ones essential to academic success and navigating challenges they'll face throughout life.
Studies show that boosts in thinking ability, or executive function, often follow bouts of acti...
Helping Kids Develop Good Study Habits
- Len Canter
- January 25, 2019
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While one in five kids may have a learning disability that requires one-on-one intervention, others may simply need to develop good study habits to improve their grades.
But good study habits don't always come easily or naturally. You can help your 'tween or teen de...
Strike Up the Band for Better Grades
- Len Canter
- January 16, 2019
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Not every budding musician will become a rock star, but studying music has brain bonuses for kids, even those who don't take up an instrument until their teen years.
There's no doubt that participation in in-school music programs boosts motivation. Mastering an instr...