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12:27pm May 17, 2022

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The case for revolutionizing child care in America

by Greg Rosalsky

A new book argues that greater public support for parents is critical for the brain development of America's kids.
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5:32pm Mar 21, 2022

Health & Safety Health & Safety

COMIC: How children are coping in Ukraine — and how parents can help

by Malaka Gharib

Two psychologists in Ukraine tell what they are hearing from traumatized children — and how to give support to these youngsters. Although in the chaos of war, that can be a daunting task.
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12:03pm May 25, 2021

World News World News

Parents In Gaza And Israel Are Doing Their Best To Shield Kids From The Trauma Of War

by Ruth Sherlock

Parents on both sides had to find ways to protect their children. "Yes, the cease-fire has been enforced. But how are we going to deal with children traumatized by this?" asks a mother in Gaza.

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5:05pm Mar 05, 2021

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Are We Raising Unhelpful, Bossy Kids? Here's The Fix

by Michaeleen Doucleff

In some cultures kids roll their eyes when asked to do chores. In others, they'll pitch in without even being asked. Researchers have identified two key practices to raise helpful children.
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6:22pm Nov 19, 2020

Economy Economy

Use It Or Lose It: Parents Set Wages Aside For Child Care. Now It's At Risk

by Andrea Hsu

For many families, 2020 ended up being a year with fewer child-care expenses. Now parents with unspent funds in their dependent-care flexible spending accounts are trying to figure out what to do.

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4:17pm Mar 12, 2020

Health & Safety Health & Safety

Talking To Young People About Coronavirus

by David Ford

Worry about the coronavirus is being felt by adults around the world, but what about young people?
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5:00am Nov 28, 2019

Health & Safety Health & Safety

Here's To Grown-Up Siblings And The Ties That Bind

by Robin Marantz Henig

Though she and her younger brother are very different, he's the one, in a way, she knows best. Sibling relationships, in fact, are the longest-lasting family ties we have, transcending time and loss.
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2:38pm Aug 15, 2019

Health & Safety Health & Safety

Most Kids On Medicaid Who Are Prescribed ADHD Drugs Don't Get Proper Follow-Up

by Patti Neighmond

An inspector general report from the Department of Health and Human Services found that 100,000 kids who were newly prescribed ADHD medication didn't see a care provider for months afterward.

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6:44am Jun 28, 2019

National National

'She Was The Adult I Needed Growing Up': Remembering A Great-Aunt's Enduring Love

Tina Dietz spent her childhood in a troubled home. Her great-aunt Shirley changed her life and provided solace through love and validation.

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7:34pm Mar 04, 2019

Science Science Books Arts Health & Safety

Is Your Child An Orchid Or A Dandelion? Unlocking The Science Of Sensitive Kids

by Dave Davies

Some kids seem resilient from the start — readily able, like dandelions, to cope with stress and adversity. But pediatrician Thomas Boyce says biologically reactive kids need more support to thrive.

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4:21pm Mar 01, 2019

National National Health & Safety

States Move To Restrict Parents' Refusal To Vaccinate Their Kids

by Patti Neighmond

Following several measles outbreaks this winter, there is a movement among some states to make it more difficult for people to claim nonmedical exemptions to vaccine laws.
4:32pm Feb 26, 2019

Education Education

Parents Want Action On Poor Building Conditions At Winston-Salem School

by Keri Brown

Parents and staff at a Winston-Salem elementary school are voicing their concerns over building conditions, and want district leaders to uphold the timeline promised for a new facility.