Psychotherapy during pregnancy may affect infant brain development
Research is examining whether psychotherapy received during pregnancy can influence the developing infant's brain and outcomes.
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Language learning in toddlers shaped by digital media exposure
New research examines how digital media affects toddlers' language acquisition and development in early childhood.
AI literacy in early childhood driven by robots, not developmental science
A review finds that AI literacy programs for young children are being designed around robot technology rather than grounded in child development research.
Teen gambling prevention requires strategies beyond parent conversations
Research suggests that talking to teens about gambling risks alone is insufficient; more comprehensive prevention approaches are needed.
High screen time reported among rural youth in Andhra Pradesh
Over one-third of rural youth in the region report high levels of screen time use.
Child forgetting daily routines may signal developmental pattern
Psychology research explores why children repeatedly forget tasks like brushing teeth or getting dressed despite reminders.
Penn State Brandywine Child Development Lab reopens in new facility
The university's child development research lab is relaunching operations in an expanded space.
Parents discuss challenges with gifted children in new school settings
Parents of gifted students share concerns about balancing pride with worry as their children adjust to advanced programs.
Parents seek advice on helping unengaged 10-year-old find hobbies
Discussion of strategies for encouraging a high-achieving child to develop interests and hobbies outside of academics.
Parents navigate temperament concerns when expecting second child
Parents with difficult first children discuss whether temperament patterns repeat or change with subsequent siblings.
Adolescent behavior during developmental transition sparks parent frustration
Parents discuss typical teenage sassiness and attitude changes during early adolescence.