Children
By Suzanna Burgelman, Frontiers science writer Image: yamasan0708/Shutterstock.com A group of international researchers examined parental methods to help toddlers sleep [...]
Skipping breakfast at home may increase chance of kids and teens developing psychosocial health problems
By K.E.D Coan, science writer Image: Shutterstock.com Eating breakfast at home is linked with fewer behavioral problems in young people, reports a new nationwide study from [...]
Children may instinctively know how to do division even before hitting the books, study finds
By Peter Rejcek, science writer Image: Fizkes/Shutterstock.com Beginning at an early age, children can perform simple mathematical calculations using an intuitive ability to [...]
Consuming sweeteners during pregnancy may affect baby’s microbiome and obesity risk
Consuming sweeteners during pregnancy may affect baby’s microbiome and obesity risk, finds new study in Frontiers in Nutrition [...]
Requirement for adults to wear masks in schools has major impact on Covid-19 transmissions, study finds
Requirement for adults to wear masks in schools has major impact on Covid-19 transmissions, finds new study in Frontiers in Public Health [...]
Infographic: How grid cells in the brain help us navigate the world
Image: Corona Borealis Studio/Shutterstock.com Have you ever asked yourself what is it in our brains that actually helps us navigate in the world? Helping us answer that [...]
Anita Conti – The Lady of the Sea
We invite you to read the compelling (forgotten) story of the first female oceanographer: Anita Conti. [...]
Coronavirus infection in children – it may not start with a cough
Gastrointestinal symptoms, coupled with a fever or history of exposure to COVID-19, could indicate coronavirus infection in children: Frontiers in Pediatrics [...]
Little scientists: children prefer books that explain why and how things happen
Books rich in causal information could help increase their motivation to read: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Socially apart, learning together
As schools across the world close during the Coronavirus pandemic, how will young people continue to learn? [...]
Mother nose best
Child body odor provides olfactory clues to mothers about child's developmental stage: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Connectedness to nature makes children happier
Encourages children to display more sustainable behaviors, and gives greater levels of happiness: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Therapeutic horseback riding combined with cognitive exercises can help children with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders
Novel combination improves the motor skills of young people with neurodevelopmental disorders: Frontiers in Veterinary Science [...]
Baby’s first breath: a new method for helping preemies to breathe
Two joint papers demonstrate that administering oxygen can help premature babies breathe independently sooner: Frontiers in Pediatrics [...]
What does it mean to have an invisible condition?
This article Collection will give kids an understanding about different invisible conditions and their support strategies. [...]
Honey, I ate the kids: the sweet side of filial cannibalism
Why do some animals eat or abandon their offspring? According to researchers at the University of Tennessee and the University of Oxford, these might actually be forms of parental care; Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution [...]
Blindfolded training could help doctors save young lives
Doctors' leadership in pediatric resuscitation improved most when they wore a blindfold during simulation training; Frontiers in Pediatrics [...]
Study highlights potential benefits of continuous EEG monitoring for infant patients
In a large cohort of child ICU patients with continuous brain monitoring, nearly half of those younger than 14 months were found to have suffered seizures -- many of which were asymptomatic; Frontiers in Pediatrics [...]
Autism is associated with zinc deficiency in early development — now a study links the two
Researchers have discovered a mechanistic link between zinc, risk genes and abnormal neuronal connections in autism; Frontiers in Molecular Neuroscience [...]
Could thyroid screening make your baby smarter?
A new review highlights growing evidence for universal thyroid testing in early pregnancy; Frontiers in Endocrinology [...]
Understanding traumatic injury to the human brain
"We hope that with this article Collection, kids will understand how to protect themselves from Traumatic Brain Injury." [...]
Virtual reality could help doctors spot child abuse
The VR environment allowed doctors to interact with virtual, avatar patients in the same way as they would in a 'real' consultation: Frontiers in Robotics and AI [...]
Footwear habits influence child and adolescent motor skill development
Regular physical activity without shoes may improve children's and adolescents' balancing and jumping skills: Frontiers in Pediatrics [...]
Saliva test could improve diabetes control and treatment
Proteins in saliva can identify type 1 diabetes in children, helping to predict and prevent complications associated with the disease: Frontiers in Physiology. [...]
Changing students’ attitudes to mathematics improves test scores
Stanford study shows that a free, online course can change students' mindsets about their math abilities and increase academic achievement: Frontiers in Education [...]
Risk factors involved in the early onset and severity of childhood obesity
Childhood obesity is linked to a family history of obesity, cardiovascular and metabolic disease: Frontiers in Endocrinology [...]
Class clowns: Playful boys viewed more negatively than playful girls
Gender differences in how teachers perceive playful children can have damaging effects on playful boys: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Children are as fit as endurance athletes
Study shows how young children can run around all day: their muscles resist fatigue and recover in the same way as elite endurance athletes: Frontiers in Physiology [...]
Music lessons improve children’s cognitive skills and academic performance
Structured music lessons significantly enhance children's cognitive abilities which lead to improved academic performance: Frontiers in Neuroscience [...]
Childhood aggression linked to deficits in executive function
Primary school kids with lower planning and self-restraint skills are more likely to show increased aggression in middle childhood, report University of Potsdam researchers in Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience [...]
Early numeracy of young kids linked to specific math activities at home
The more parents engage in math activities with their children, the higher their early numeracy performance: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Overweight children more likely to underestimate their body size
Research suggests that overweight children are more likely to underestimate their body size: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Children more engaged and attentive following outdoor lesson in nature
Outdoor lessons allowed teachers to teach uninterrupted for almost twice as long during a subsequent indoor lesson, finds a study in Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Do violent communities foster violent children?
Children and adolescents regularly confronted with violence have a greater tendency to show antisocial behavior, shows a study in Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience [...]
Trends in kids’ fitness not as bad as assumed
The motor performance of young children has only partly declined over the past decade, says a report in Frontiers in Pediatrics. [...]
Review finds poor compliance with helmet use in baseball and softball
Serious brain injuries occur once in about every 2,000 baseball and softball games reports a study in Frontiers in Neurology. [...]
Montessori preschool boosts academic results and reduces income-based inequality
Children in Montessori preschools show improved academic performance and social understanding, while enjoying their school work more, shows a study in Frontiers in Psychology. [...]
HIV infection, even with antiretroviral therapy, appears to damage a growing child’s brain
HIV-positive children who started ART by the age of 18 months show ongoing disruptions in white matter development, shows a study in Frontiers in Neuroanatomy [...]
Maternal diet could affect kids’ brain reward circuitry
Children from high-fat diet mothers have altered brain circuitry into adulthood. Research from Frontiers in Endocrinology explains how a preference for unhealthy foods can be passed from mother to child during pregnancy. [...]
Google Glass app helps autistic children with social interactions
Wearable technology described in Frontiers in Robotics and AI can recognize conversational prompts and provide the user with suitable responses. [...]
Tablets can teach kids to solve physical puzzles
Contrary to popular belief, a Frontiers in Psychology study shows that children who learn to solve a puzzle on a tablet can transfer the learning to the physical world. [...]
Iconic words critical to vocabulary acquisition in young children
Words whose form is linked to their meaning are critical to effective language learning in young children, finds a study in Frontiers in Communication. [...]
Preventing exercise-induced bronchospasm
Research in Frontiers in Pediatrics identifies the best ways to diagnose, prevent and treat exercise-induced bronchospasm in children with and without asthma. [...]
Inattentive kids show worse grades in later life
A study of young kids, published in Frontiers in Psychology, reveals that inattentiveness is linked to poor grades up to 10 years later. [...]
Brain injury in kids might lead to alcohol abuse
Researchers find evidence that traumatic brain injuries in children and adolescents could be a risk-factor for alcohol abuse in later life [...]
Is it okay for children to count on their fingers?
Frontiers in Education study suggests finger training intervention combined with exposure to number representations supports quantitative skills development [...]
Assessing and addressing the impact of childhood trauma
A comprehensive literature review, published in Frontiers in Psychiatry, helps us to understand why childhood trauma leads to an increased risk for psychosis. [...]
Playground politics — what drives rejection amongst children?
New study, published in Frontiers in Psychology, reveals that it's not what a child does that leads to rejection, but how other children feel about it. [...]
How do toddlers learn best from touchscreens?
New research, published in Frontiers in Psychology, shows that touchscreens can either help or hinder learning in toddlers. [...]
How can children’s active exploration of the world influence development?
Research, published in Frontiers in Psychology, shows motor skills impact growth beyond physical health, such as language, math and social behavior. [...]