Current reporting, research and professional developments across Developmental Psychology, curated for psychologists and behavioral-health professionals.
"Turn off that TV, it'll rot your brain!" has been a household refrain for decades. While "rot" might be too strong a term, researchers are finding that the overall sentiment could have some merit.
The mysterious sound known as The Hum has been reported worldwide for decades, yet its source often remains impossible to find. Researchers tested whether people who hear it have exceptional low-frequency hearing or…
ABU DHABI, 19th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The Ministry of Family and the National Academy for Childhood Development (NACD) have launched the new summer edition of the national ''Jeel 71'' programme under ...
Women who live in disadvantaged neighborhoods face worse heart health and experience faster declines as they approach menopause, according to a long-term study led by the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute.
Parts of the U.S. are experiencing smoke from Canadian wildfires drifting down and rising summer temperatures, creating a potentially deadly situation, according to the American Heart Association, a relentless force…
DUBAI, 17th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The Ministry of Family and the National Academy for Childhood Development (NACD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen collaboration in advancing ...
Dubai, The Ministry of Family and the National Academy for Childhood Development (NACD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in advancing strategic programmes ...
A: My interest in developmental science comes from the belief that a person’s experiences in the early years can shape outcomes throughout their life. Understanding these influences, creating evidence to inform changes…
What type of therapy is the right fit when a child is showing signs of developmental difficulty? A HelloNation article breaks down the four main pediatric therapy types and explains how each one ...
Children are surrounded by more entertainment, scheduled activities, and digital stimulation than previous generations could have imagined. While those options can be educational and enjoyable, they ...
Contrary to popular belief, confident and self-reliant children aren't raised through strict rules or constant praise. They grow up in homes where they're trusted with small responsibilities, allowed ...
Dr. Lucía Alcalá is Professor of Psychology at California State University, Fullerton. She received her Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from the University of California Santa Cruz with an emphasis on cross-cultural…
Athena Oden, pediatric physical therapist and founder of Ready Bodies, Learning Minds LLC, believes one area deserves particular attention: the relationship between movement, sensory experience, and ...
Calls to stop rating and ranking overlook a vital universal truth: ratings have been integral to personal and social development since the dawn of human consciousness.
Spread the love“`html Attachment theory has emerged as a pivotal concept in developmental psychology, offering profound insights into how the bonds formed in early childhood can shape our emotional, ...
Spread the love“`html Learning is a complex process that has fascinated educators, psychologists, and researchers for decades. Two of the most influential theories in this field are Vygotsky’s Zone of ...
Spread the love“`html In the realm of child development, understanding the nuances between self-esteem vs self-confidence is critical. Parents, educators, and psychologists often use these terms ...
Across the globe, many young people are coming of age in increasingly polarized societies characterized by social fragmentation, ideological extremism, and ...
SRCD is pleased to announce the 2026 cohort for the Towards 2044: Horowitz Early Career Scholar Program.
Driven by its Strategic Plan, the Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) recognizes the importance of capacity building for early career scholars seeking to establish their research programs, especially…
SRCD is now accepting applications from Spanish-speaking and Mandarin Chinese-speaking SRCD members interested in serving as Language-Sensitive Reviewers for its new pilot initiative: advancing linguistic equity in…
I offer individual therapy services as well as ADHD and Cognitive assessments for ages 8-24. Therapy services are designed to ...
A: I am a 2025-2026 policy fellow in the Office of U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock (Democrat, Georgia). In this capacity, I have met with constituents on matters related to health and education. I have also drafted…
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has proposed major changes to federally funded research that could weaken scientific independence, limit key developmental research, and undermine evidence supporting children…
To strengthen newborn and child healthcare services in the country, the Centre has launched a national programme, which provides home-based and commu ...
The Max Planck Institute for Human Development is dedicated to the study of human development, education, and human-machine ...
The high court has recognised the right to early childhood development and declared irregular and inconsistent payment of ECD subsidies unlawful and ...
We’re committed to providing high-quality behavioral health care for children, adolescents, and young adults ages 12 months to ...
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Views on race, pop culture and mental health. Jun 10, 2026 ...
You may not need hours at the gym to boost your health after all. Researchers say just 30 minutes of high-intensity exercise per week — broken into tiny bursts of effort that leave you out of breath — can dramatically…
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