The following is excerpted from an online article posted by EurekAlert! Sleep is a critical part of a child’s overall health, but it can also be an important factor in the way they behave. According to a new study from the Youth Development Institute at the University of Georgia, getting enough sleep can help children…
Occasionally, you’ll notice a police car nearby. (How often that happens may depend on how fast you drive.) It’s comforting when an officer routinely drives by to ensure your neighborhood is safe. It’s uncomfortable if the officer stops in front of your home and gets out to head your way. Either way, you’re being protected…
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Even before reaching the table of contents, I saw these words of dedication at the front of the book: For our sons and daughters. May they know their true worth. These two sentences capture the heart of what Abigail Favale… Read More The post Pronouns, Sex, Gender, Policies, Practices, & Our Kids. . . appeared…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by StudyFinds. A longitudinal study of children in North Carolina found that better parental supervision of children in early adolescence was associated with higher household income of the child at age 35. Children of parents who did not engage in adequate supervision earned approximately $14,000 less…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by StudyFinds. It’s not just all the late-night parties that cause college kids to lose sleep. A new study conducted by University of Alabama researchers found that poor time management, especially in terms of organization, can significantly impact sleep quality as well. The research focused on…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by StudyFinds. A new study suggests that children who read a lot are likely happier, more physically active, have a more active imagination, and even problem-solve better than kids who rarely or never read. The poll of 1,500 American parents and 500 K–6 teachers revealed that…
The following is excerpted from an online article posted by ScienceDaily. Hours of inactivity during childhood could be setting the stage for heart attacks and strokes later in life, according to research presented at ESC Congress 2023. The study found that sedentary time accumulated from childhood to young adulthood was associated with heart damage —…
So today I was helping my oldest finalize his housing plans for college. My middle son is trying to learn how to drive. (And I’m trying to learn how not to instill therapy in his future.) My youngest just finished his high school course plan for the next four years. Katie and I are swiftly…
What makes me cry as a caregiver is a list that keeps getting longer. On this, the day before my 65th birthday, I’m writing down everything that makes me cry. Think of it as reverse bucket list. A bucket with a hole that leaks tears out my eyes. Do you have the picture in your…