Disrupted and poor quality sleep in the earliest months of a child's life can be an indicator of depression, anxiety and behavioral problems among toddlers, according to a new study. Disrupted and ...

While recent studies have highlighted how infant sleep struggles could increase the likelihood of anxiety, a new study explored how infants’ sleeping patterns can affect their mental health in other ...

Meningitis in infancy in England and Wales: follow up at age 5 years BMJ Volume 323, pp 533-6 Editorial: Legacy of bacterial meningitis in infancy BMJ Volume 323, pp 523-4 Children who get meningitis ...

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Changing levels of the chemical dopamine, a chemical most associated with motivation, may help explain why stressful experiences during infancy can lead to lasting behavioral issues, a new study in ...

Vision plays a crucial role in how infants and young children learn and develop. Recognizing signs of eye issues earlier may help diagnose and treat potential conditions before complications arise.

Very fussy infants are more likely to have behavioral problems later on. April 21, 2011— -- "He would cry all the time. It was all about him. I couldn't shower, couldn't eat. I lost 15 pounds. I ...

New findings from the University of Helsinki underscore the importance of gut microbiota as a part of infant physiological development. The study suggests that gut microbiota succession is not only ...

The COVID crisis throws into relief what happens when grief has—quite literally—nowhere to go. The evidence suggests that most people summon strengths that surpass their own expectations. It is ...