Game on: protecting your child’s health in an electronic world
Researchers at Curtin University have developed a set of guidelines to help protect the physical and psychosocial health of children who use electronic games.
Professor Leon Straker, from Curtin University’s School of Physiotherapy and Exercise...
Adults at Higher Risk of Suicide Attempt if Parent Abused Alcohol
People who grew up with a parent who abused alcohol may be 85% more likely to attempt suicide than people whose parents did not abuse alcohol, according to research published by the American Psychological...
When it comes to classes, small is better
Small classes, especially in the first four years of school, can have an important and lasting impact on student achievement, a new report shows.
In a review of over 100 papers from 1979-2014, education expert...
Taking omega-3 supplements during pregnancy does not make children smarter
A major study led by Adelaide researchers has found that the use of omega-3 fatty acid or fish oil supplements during pregnancy does not improve cognitive outcomes in children.
In the biggest study of its...
Snacking quality may decline as kids age
Snacks are a significant positive contributor to dietary quality among school-age children. Not so among teenagers — possibly because younger children are more dependent on parents and caregivers and have better snacks while adolescents...
Lead exposure only part of the story for Port Pirie kids
New research from the University of Adelaide shows that while childhood lead exposure in the South Australian city of Port Pirie has been a significant factor in their cognitive and mental health development, the...
Biting into Whole Foods can Make Children Rowdy
There's a new secret to get your child to behave at the dinner table—cut up their food and they'll relax.
A new Cornell study published in Eating Behaviors, found that when 6-10 year old children...
High-Calorie and Low-Nutrient Foods in Kids’ TV
Fruits and vegetables are often displayed in the popular Swedish children’s TV show Bolibompa, but there are also plenty of high-sugar foods. A new study from the University of Gothenburg explores how food is...
High-Calorie and Low-Nutrient Foods in Kids' TV
Fruits and vegetables are often displayed in the popular Swedish children’s TV show Bolibompa, but there are also plenty of high-sugar foods. A new study from the University of Gothenburg explores how food is...
Male health linked to testosterone in womb
Men’s susceptibility to serious health conditions may be influenced by low exposure to testosterone in the womb, new research suggests.
A study has revealed how men’s testosterone levels may be determined before they are born.
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