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Healthcare provider examining a child in medical office
March 19, 2025/Brain & Nervous System

Adjustments for Children Living With SMA: How You’ll Help Your Newborn to 2-Year-Old Thrive

Getting close to their care team, investing in accessibility and implementing safe sleeping practices are just a few ways to support your child’s growth and development

Dad driving tractor, removing obstacles with large plow for small boy who walks behind with backpack
March 13, 2025/Parenting

How Snowplow Parenting Gets in the Way of a Child’s Future Self

By disrupting a child’s ability to think and act for themselves, snowplow parents run the risk of delaying their child’s ability to learn

Happy, laughing child and caregiver sitting on couch holding video game controllers, playing video games
December 2, 2024/Brain & Nervous System

Are Video Games Good for You? Your Brain Thinks So

Imagination, completing tasks and social interactions are all key benefits for your brain

Child on stepstool measuring the height of a male adult in doorway
November 6, 2024/Men's Health

When Do Men Stop Growing?

Most males usually stop growing by age 18, but some may continue growing into their 20s

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October 21, 2024/Children's Health

What Is Birth Order Theory?

Being the oldest, youngest or middle child may affect characteristics and traits, but the theory isn’t an official medical or psychological diagnosis

Healthcare provider measuring male's height in medical office
October 17, 2024/Men's Health

The Average Height for Men, and What It Means for Men’s Health

Globally, the average height for men ranges from 5 feet 3 inches to 6 feet 0.4 inches, but varies based on a variety of factors

Line of different height women in side profile
October 16, 2024/Women's Health

What Is the Average Height for Women?

In the U.S., the average height for women is 5 feet 3.5 inches, and it ranges from 4 feet 11 inches to 5 feet 7 inches around the world

Child attempting to mediate parents' argument while pot on stove boils over and moping goes undone
October 14, 2024/Children's Health

What Is Parentification?

Think of this behavior as a role reversal between parent and child — when a child takes on responsibility that’s not developmentally appropriate for their age

Baby trying to walk from one parent to the other
September 19, 2024/Children's Health

When Will Your Baby Start Walking?

Your little one may be up and walking as early as 9 to 12 months

Person jumping, releasing umbrella, with healthcare provider displaying acronym for cognitive behavioral therapy sign
September 16, 2024/Mental Health

How To Heal Your Inner Child

Identify your emotional triggers, come to terms with your regrets and allow yourself to be a kid again

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