A growing concern from the national capital has put parents on alert about children’s increasing screen exposure. Experts ...

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Before age 5, a baby's brain grows rapidly, undergoing a uniquely important moment in development. Yet, many don't understand just how critical it is for setting a person's foundation for thriving.

From televisions in living rooms to tablets in playrooms, digital screens have become common in homes everywhere. Toddlers today encounter screens far more often than children in previous generations.

Researchers find marijuana use in teens tied to slower gains in memory, focus, and thinking skills.

A viral social media post has reignited debate over tablets and young children. Experts say the research points to possible ...

Researchers report that shed baby teeth record prenatal and early-childhood exposure to environmental metals, informing links ...