This post discusses new findings on the link between feeling not wanted or loved by one’s parents and the lifetime risk of depression. The research, by Ahuja and collaborators, is published online ahead of print in Psychological Reports.

Schauna Austin is about to let you in on a secret. When the 46-year-old was 20 and single, she got pregnant. She says she wasn't ready to be a mom, so she made the decision to place her baby for adoption. It wasn't easy. "I've never talked about it — ever," Austin said.

A study of school children found that the majority of children with asthma also reported having allergic rhinitis (or 'hay fever'), and these children had worse health outcomes than children who were only diagnosed with asthma.

Why do psychopaths become parents? A study published in Evolutionary Psychological Science suggests that people high in psychopathy focus primarily on mating, but often avoid parental or somatic investment (meaning the growth and maintenance of oneself).

It is well known that divorce and death can have profound effects on children, but how does this impact the children’s future educational attainment? A study published in Demographic Research suggests that children of divorce tend to have lower educational attainment than children of parental death, but the impacts differ by resources and country contexts.

Mark noticed something amiss with his toddler. His son’s penis looked swollen and was hurting him. Mark, a stay-at-home dad in San Francisco, grabbed his Android smartphone and took photos to document the problem so he could track its progression.

A recent study has found that children who watch TV as part of their bedtime routine get less sleep, experience more sleep problems, and exhibit more attention problems and aggressive behavior six months later.

An account featuring a 3-year-old girl has sparked a discussion on online safety.

A study of 39,000 video gamers has found "little to no evidence" time spent playing affects their wellbeing. The average player would have to play for 10 hours more than usual per day to notice any difference, it found. And the reasons for playing were far more likely to have an impact.

Global analysis finds increase most sharp among age group, prompting concerns about impact on health

Video-sharing sensation TikTok is being sued in California after children died while taking part in a "Blackout Challenge" that makes a sport of choking oneself until passing out.

The latest findings add to the understanding of how social disadvantage such as poverty and low-quality, unsafe housing can affect early child development.

As a parent, you may be looking for ways to help your child learn about managing money and building wealth. Investing is a great way to do this. With time and planning, your kids could be well on their way to financial security and independence.

University of Queensland researchers have found enjoying a daily latte or long black causes no increased risk to pregnancy.

Ryan Gosling and Natalie Portman adore it, critics rave about it and a podcast dissects every episode: why does a series about a six-year-old dog and her family inspire so much devotion among grown-ups?

Apps are spying on our kids at a scale that should shock you.

According to a new study published in Evolutionary Psychological Science, men who wish to become fathers, or have prior relationship experience, are deemed more desirable as long-term mates. Female choosiness is a consequence of the high metabolic costs associated with producing female gametes (i.e., ova/eggs). In contrast, men are less limited in their ability to produce sex cells; instead, men’s reproductive success is limited by their ability to “attract mates and fertilize eggs.”

Don't forget to use online security tools and features that will offer protection and control of your child’s online activities.

This has implications for paternal care

Many parents feel guilty when their children play video games for hours on end. Some even worry it could make their children less clever. And, indeed, that’s a topic scientists have clashed over for years. ...