Predicting adult health problems in children

Imagine if a quick, easy, noninvasive test that kids actually found fun could predict which among them will develop such problems as type 2 diabetes or fatty liver disease later in life. » More

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Autism and ADHD often go hand in hand

New research shows that almost one-third of children aged between 4 and 8 years who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) also have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). » More

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Support AAP guidelines with instrument-based vision screening
Improve the standard of care with Spot—an award-winning, automated vision-screening device that can help identify potential vision issues in children as young as six months with results in seconds. Learn more

Not all concussions are created equal

When it comes to concussions, children with histories of multiple or recent concussions are more likely to have prolonged symptoms than those without any history of traumatic brain injury. » More

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Night terrors may signal sleep apnea in kids

Night terrors and other parasomnias in children may coexist with other sleep disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnea, according to the preliminary findings of a new study. » More

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Untreated sleep apnea leads to behavior problems

Adolescent ADHD has effect on adult functioning

Diabetes rates surging among American children

A look at adolescent sleep needs

Study explores development patterns in autism

Concussion case increase called ‘a good sign’