The following is excerpted from an online article posted by MedicalXpress. As most parents of teenagers are acutely aware, there comes a time when children start prioritizing their friends over their parents. While young children rely on their parents for social interactions and influences, there’s a notable switch during adolescence, where the influence from peers…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by MedicalXpress. Adverse childhood experiences have impacts deep into old age, especially for those who experienced violence, and include both physical and cognitive impairments. It’s known that a difficult childhood can lead to a host of health issues as a young or midlife adult, but now, for…
I remember rubbing my protruding belly as I posed for pictures. My co-workers at the grade school where I worked threw a baby shower for my unborn daughter arriving in 3 weeks. I smiled as I marveled at all the baby gear I was not certain I knew how to use. The pink dresses made…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by News-Medical. A study led by the University of Eastern Finland suggests that adolescents who engage in active school transport and leisure-time physical activity perform better at secondary school than their inactive peers. Regular leisure-time physical activity, even in moderate doses, was also associated with lower…
Parents serve a critical role in the transmission of faith to the next generation. Unfortunately, many parents consider their role to be that of chauffeur, transporting children and teens to church so the “professionals” can be in charge of spiritual development. As parents, however, our role is too important to the success of our child’s…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by HealthDay. Summer jobs can give teens valuable life experiences that help them transition to adulthood — not just a paycheck, according to a recent news release from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Benefits of summer jobs include: Career exploration: Summer jobs and internships help high…
I don’t know about you, but sometimes with only a few weeks of summer left, I begin to start thinking ahead. This thinking ahead can be a good thing. It helps me get school clothes and supplies on sale, and make sure that we’re ready to go when the hustle of the school year…
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The following is excerpted from an online article posted by News-Medical. In a recent Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) published by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), researchers combine survey data from the National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH) collected over a five-year period to estimate the prevalence of arthritis….
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by StudyFinds. Is soda and other sugary beverages the root cause of childhood obesity? A new study argues that there’s a strong link between the consumption of soda and obesity among teenagers in over 100 countries. The research, conducted across 107 nations worldwide, reveals that every…