Among children ages 3 to 17, the "prevalence of chronic conditions increased from 39.9% to 45.7% in pediatric health systems ...

American children today are dying at much higher rates than kids in similar countries. They’re also far more likely to suffer from a chronic disease than previous generations. That’s according to a ...

The nation's pediatricians are getting new guidelines for how to go about evaluating children who present with global ...

Every parent wants their child to learn to speak early. That is, they should call them mummy-papa as soon as possible. If the ...

Too much screen time in late childhood is associated with developmental changes in the brain, leading to more depressive symptoms in early adolescence.

Summary: New research shows that childhood maltreatment leaves lasting biological and social scars. In a study of young children, those who experienced abuse showed accelerated cellular aging and ...

The research is a transformative step toward understanding the condition's genetic underpinnings and potential for ...

Speech delay in children: How to spot early signs, improve toddler speech naturally Language development tips for toddlers: Some toddlers speak later than expected, and it can cause real concern ...

Commentary: Children with developmental delays aren't getting the services they need New York ranks 50th for timely delivery of early intervention services.

By understanding these potential connections and seeking appropriate evaluation when delays emerge, you advocate most effectively for your child’s overall development, not just their speech.

Research shows that early intervention for children with developmental delays is key. But less than a third of children on Medi-Cal are receiving state-mandated developmental screenings.