Children’s Health

Overview About 20 percent of all newborns will develop colic, according to the medical advisory board at BabyCenter.com. These colicky newborns often cause a great deal of stress and worry for their new parents. However, parents who take the time…
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Overview Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) always arises in childhood, but sometimes teens are not properly diagnosed or continue to struggle with the disorder in their adolescence and throughout adulthood, according to the Mayo Clinic. ADHD symptoms make it difficult for…
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The world’s primary energy source is fossil fuel–oil, coal and natural gas. Although fossil fuels are efficient at providing for the world’s energy needs, these substances contribute to air and water pollution in addition to exacerbating global warming. One alternative…
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Bedwetting or enuresis, means urinating while sleeping. Bedwetting occurs for many reasons, often stemming from physical or emotional problems, or from a change in sleeping habits, says Medline Plus Medical Encyclopedia. However, the exact cause of bedwetting remains unclear, though…
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Overview Melatonin is a hormone produced by a small conical structure in the brain. Synthesized and released after the sun sets, melatonin stimulates and regulates sleep. Synthetic melatonin is marketed as a dietary supplement. Commonly used as a sleep aid,…
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1. Many Types of Hepatitis, Few Hepatitis Vaccinations The five types of hepatitis that occur in the U.S. are A, B, C, D and E. While hepatitis C infects millions of people in the U.S., no vaccine is available. Hepatitis…
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Undisciplined, disruptive, careless, disinterested, spoiled—there are so many incorrect labels used to evaluate the behavior of a child with undiagnosed attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. Rather than judgment and criticism, a child with ADHD needs help from specially trained…
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Hyland’s homeopathic teething tablets are a natural medication to relieve a baby’s discomfort and irritability associated with growing new teeth. Homeopathy is based on the principle that giving a small amount of a substance that causes a symptom or disease…
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According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), Asperger’s syndrome (AS) is a developmental disorder classified to be on the lower end of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), sometimes referred to as “high-functioning autism.” ASD refers to a…
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Impulsivity and not listening are two characteristics of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the most commonly diagnosed childhood disorder, according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), and one that extends into adolescence and adulthood. Other symptoms of ADHD…
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Overview A crackling campfire provides all the heat needed to cook a complete meal outdoors. Campfire cooking allows kids to help with the meals while camping or enjoying nature. S’mores often come to mind at the mention of campfire cooking,…
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Bed wetting is a common problem in children, no matter how embarrassing it may be for them. According to the Mayo clinic, it is often a developmental stage. For many parents though, it can frustrating as they attempt to determine…
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder usually surfaces in early childhood and continues throughout adulthood. It can cause debilitating problems in the life of the person affected. According to the Centers for Disease Control, ADHD manifests as three different types: “Predominantly inattentive…
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Inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, fidgeting and lack of focus are some of the symptoms of ADHD. According to HealthCentral, ADHD affects boys three times more often than ADHD affects girls. In addition, emotional development for ADHD children is 30 percent slower…
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Every year, the sun bombards the earth with 29,000 times more energy than the United States uses, according to the University of Wisconsin. Extensive use of solar energy–as an alternative to fossil fuels–could significantly reduce the levels of carbon dioxide…
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Parents who experience difficulty communicating with their children or controlling their children’s disruptive or destructive behavior have many options to solve behavior problems. From residential programs to wilderness experiences and summer camps, programs for children often combine behavioral counseling with…
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Adult attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects a person’s ability to maintain healthy relationships with coworkers, friends and loved ones and succeed at work. The main symptoms–inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity–negatively impact life. The good news is that there are treatments for…
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There’s a tendency to blame the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children on poor parenting. There’s also a tendency to equate the symptoms of adult ADHD with moral weakness or a character flaw. Misinterpreting the cluster of signs…
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Halloween is about dressing up in a favorite costume, trick or treating and attending parties with friends. For kids, candy is the night’s sweet reward. But the Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry estimates that 16 to 33 percent of…
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Binge eating disorder is a psychological disorder that involves frequent binging, or episodes of excessive eating during which a person feels lost for control. According to the Weight-control Information Network (WIN), it is the most common eating disorder in America,…
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Babies should be able to sleep through the night by the time they’re 6 months old, according to the Mayo Clinic. But many do not. Your baby may wake because he needs a diaper change, is hungry or just wants…
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Overview Temporary tattoos go on painlessly, usually come off easily and come in colorful designs that are popular with children. As long as they use FDA-approved ingredients, temporary tattoos are generally safe for toddlers. Unapproved pigments, however, can provoke allergic…
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Overview Creative play gives kids a chance to perceive an expanded universe. When kids aren’t consistently stifled by strict standards, they will learn to appreciate their individual expressive potential and begin to comprehend their feelings. As a result, encouraging creative…
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Overview The history of baby walkers stretches back more than 130 years, beginning with the use of specific technologies to help parents to control babies for safety. In recent years, this device has come under intense scrutiny by the Consumer…
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Babies who refuse to sleep often equal frazzled, stressed mothers and fathers. Parenting is supposed to be a joy, but during those first few months of life getting your baby to sleep through the night can become a chore, to…
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Overview After nine long months of pregnancy you can watch your tiny, helpless newborn transform into a lively, independent 3 year old. Changes in his size, weight and shape will amaze you as he moves from one stage to another,…
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Setting a sleep pattern for your baby is beneficial for baby and parents so that everyone is well rested and not sleep deprived, according to the University of Michigan. Infants, similar to parents, can be sleep deprived during the day…
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It’s not surprising that food is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about fennel. Fennel is an ingredient in many types of salads as well as Italian or other Mediterranean-style dishes. While it certainly makes a…
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Aspergers syndrome is one of the autism spectrum disorders. According to Better Health, this developmental disorder affects the way the brain processes information. The Mayo clinic reports that Aspergers has a strong genetic component, while some studies have linked it…
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Teen girls have a lot to deal with every day. The teenage years are filled with anxiety about fitting in and looking “right,” so concerns about weight are common. If you want to lose weight, first determine whether losing weight…
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