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Newswise: Father’s Psychiatric Diagnosis Increases Risk of Preterm Birth, Study Reports
Released: 21-Jul-2023 12:40 PM EDT
Father’s Psychiatric Diagnosis Increases Risk of Preterm Birth, Study Reports
Mount Sinai Health System

Babies are more likely to be born prematurely when either their father or mother has had a psychiatric diagnosis, according to a study.

Newswise: Fathers’ psychiatric diagnosis increases risk of preterm birth
13-Jul-2023 12:55 PM EDT
Fathers’ psychiatric diagnosis increases risk of preterm birth
PLOS

Fathers’ as well as mothers’ psychiatric history is associated with preterm birth, according to a study published July 20th in the open access journal PLOS Medicine. The research shows for the first time that the risk of preterm birth is higher in infants whose fathers or mothers have psychiatric diagnoses, compared with those who do not, and where both parents have diagnoses, the risk is increased again.

Released: 20-Jul-2023 12:30 PM EDT
Tell us how you really feel -- keep up with the latest research in Psychology and Psychiatry
Newswise

The latest research in psychology and psychiatry on Newswise.

       
Released: 19-Jul-2023 2:00 PM EDT
ADHD Behind the Wheel: Ways to Keep Teen Drivers Safe
Saint Louis University Medical Center

The summer months are the busiest time on the roads and for teens with ADHD, a new driver’s license carries a lot of responsibility. Saint Louis University (SLU) researcher Annie Artiga Garner, Ph.D., is doing her part to make the roads safer not just for teens with ADHD, but for every driver.

Released: 19-Jul-2023 12:40 PM EDT
How effective is Functional Family Therapy for addressing youth behavior problems?
Wiley

Functional Family Therapy is a family-based intervention for youth with behavior problems, and although it’s been implemented in 45 states in the U.S and in nine other high-income countries.

Released: 18-Jul-2023 5:40 PM EDT
Interracial relationships don’t always make people less racist
Rice University

The landmark United States Supreme Court ruling in Loving v. Commonwealth of Virginia abolished bans on interracial marriage in the United States in 1967, but a new academic paper from Rice University and Texas A&M University said an uptick in interracial relationships since then has not ended discriminatory tendencies, even among individuals who are in these romantic partnerships.

Released: 17-Jul-2023 2:45 PM EDT
PCORI Awards $6 Million To Study Strategies To Support Parents After a Child’s Unexpected Or Traumatic Death
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

A research team led by Kelly Michelson, MD, MPH, FCCM, FAAP, HEC-C, and Stacy Tessler Lindau, MD, MA, has been approved for a $6,155,096 million research funding award by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to study, “The Missing Pieces Trial: A Multi-Site Pragmatic Comparative Effectiveness Trial of Interventions to Support Parents After Their Child's Unexpected or Traumatic Death.”

   
Newswise: Political Apathy Spreads from Parents to Adolescent Children
Released: 17-Jul-2023 8:30 AM EDT
Political Apathy Spreads from Parents to Adolescent Children
Florida Atlantic University

Why are new voters so apathetic about politics? A new study focused on one of the most salient: parent attitudes about politics. Results show that in households where parents and adolescents are close, parents transmit political apathy to their adolescent children, which may have the unfortunate consequence of contributing to low political participation among young voters.

Newswise: National Poll: Less than half of parents utilize patient portal benefits for their children
12-Jul-2023 3:05 PM EDT
National Poll: Less than half of parents utilize patient portal benefits for their children
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

Just 43% of parents have set their child up for a patient portal, mainly because they don't see a need, and others may not be optimizing portal use, suggests the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health.

Released: 13-Jul-2023 4:35 PM EDT
Study finds running water involved in majority of pediatric bathing burns
University of Chicago Medical Center

Researchers at the University of Chicago Medicine are calling for updated infant bathing guidelines after reviewing cases of young patients treated for bathing-related scald burns.

Released: 7-Jul-2023 2:55 PM EDT
New Zealand kids spending one-third of after-school time on screens
University of Otago

Regulations are urgently needed to protect children from harm in the unregulated online world, researchers at the University of Otago, New Zealand, say.

Released: 3-Jul-2023 12:25 PM EDT
Why do we articulate more when speaking to babies and puppies?
CNRS (Centre National de Recherche Scientifique / National Center of Scientific Research)

Babies and puppies have at least two things in common: aside from being newborns, they promote a positive emotional state in human mothers, leading them to articulate better when they speak.

Released: 30-Jun-2023 2:05 PM EDT
Find the latest expert commentary on the recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions here
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Newswise offers a roundup of the latest expert commentary on the recent decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court.

       
Newswise: Getting adults on board with messy nature play
Released: 29-Jun-2023 9:40 PM EDT
Getting adults on board with messy nature play
University of South Australia

Climbing trees, making mud pies, or simply playing outside, parents and educators know that being in nature is an important part of every childhood. But when it comes to messy or risky play, it’s a whole different story according to new research from the University of South Australia.

Released: 28-Jun-2023 5:05 PM EDT
Mothers express their ideals in the fashion photos of their children in social media
Jyvaskylan Yliopisto (University of Jyvaeskylae)

Mothers often share fashion photos of their children on social media, a practice which combine the traditions of family photos and the commercial symbolism of fashion images.

Released: 27-Jun-2023 8:10 PM EDT
Children the 'hidden victims' of modern slavery
University of South Australia

Dependant children of people impacted by human trafficking and modern slavery are being left unsupported and their needs overlooked, putting families at risk of intergenerational trauma.

Newswise: ACI Launches “Clean First Steps” Resource: Cleaning Advice and Guidance for New Parents
Released: 27-Jun-2023 11:25 AM EDT
ACI Launches “Clean First Steps” Resource: Cleaning Advice and Guidance for New Parents
American Cleaning Institute

The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) launched its “Clean First Steps: A Guide for New Parents” toolkit, providing easy-to-understand tips and guidance on adjusting moms’ and dads’ cleaning routines to welcome a new addition to the family.

2-Jun-2023 6:45 PM EDT
Parental provision of alcohol to adolescent children and peer influence linked to subsequent alcohol harms
Research Society on Alcoholism

Parental supply of alcohol is a relatively common practice in Australia, believed by some parents to be an effective means of teaching their children to drink responsibly. New research shows that family and peer factors each play a role in the development of excessive and risky drinking in early adulthood and associated harms. These results and others will be shared at the 46th annual scientific meeting of the Research Society on Alcohol (RSA) in Bellevue, Washington.

   
Released: 26-Jun-2023 11:55 AM EDT
Baylor Researchers Examine Relationship Between Imprisoned Mothers and Their Adolescent Children’s Risk Behaviors
Baylor University

Evidence suggests maternal incarceration is a risk factor for adolescents’ depression and withdrawal, as well as substance abuse and delinquency. However, little work has been done to understand how it affects sleep patterns, dietary behaviors and physical activity.

Newswise: School’s Out for Summer: Expert Offers Advice for Parents to Avoid the ‘Summer Slide’ for Kids
Released: 21-Jun-2023 1:30 AM EDT
School’s Out for Summer: Expert Offers Advice for Parents to Avoid the ‘Summer Slide’ for Kids
Virginia Tech

While summer is a time for fun in the sun, we often hear of parents expressing their concern about the “summer slide.” It’s when the loss of learning opportunities during the break lead to regression in reading and math. Some studies suggest up to a month of learning is lost over the summer, but according to Tonya Price, a 4-H youth development extension specialist with Virginia Cooperative Extension, there are many things that can be done to keep children learning and engaged while out of the classroom.

Newswise: 1 in 6 parents say child reports tummy pain at least monthly but many haven’t consulted with a doctor
14-Jun-2023 7:05 AM EDT
1 in 6 parents say child reports tummy pain at least monthly but many haven’t consulted with a doctor
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

Tummy aches are common among kids, with one in six parents in a new national poll saying their child experiences them at least once a month.

13-Jun-2023 1:10 PM EDT
Fathers Key to Supporting Breastfeeding and Safe Infant Sleep
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Fathers can make a huge difference in whether an infant is breastfed and placed to sleep safely, according to a recent survey of new fathers via the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) for Dads. This new tool is modeled on the annual surveillance system that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and public health departments have used for more than 35 years to survey new mothers. By utilizing PRAMS for Dads, this article is the first to describe father-reported rates of infant breastfeeding and sleep practices in a state-representative sample. Findings are published in the journal Pediatrics.

Newswise: Conflict in marriage less harmful for kids when dad keeps it constructive
Released: 14-Jun-2023 4:00 PM EDT
Conflict in marriage less harmful for kids when dad keeps it constructive
College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Conflict is unavoidable in all marriages. When it erupts in families with children, stressed or angry parents may take their pain out on the kids, projecting their anger or withdrawing emotionally or physically. In the worst cases, children’s socioemotional development can suffer. But the way parents, especially fathers, deal with marital conflict can make a difference to kids, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Released: 14-Jun-2023 1:15 PM EDT
The heat is on! Don't panic. Get the latest news on heat waves and the dangers of heat in the Extreme Heat channel
Newswise

As we enter the summer months in the Northern Hemisphere and the possibility of extreme heat becomes more common, it’s important to stay up-to-date on the science of heat waves and take measures to protect ourselves from this growing public health threat.

       
Released: 9-Jun-2023 1:35 PM EDT
Shed those pounds while digesting all these weight-loss research headlines from the Weight Loss channel
Newswise

As more families consider bariatric surgery a viable option to treat their child’s obesity, it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest research on weight loss. You can find the latest research on bariatric surgery and other weight loss options in the Weight Loss channel on Newswise, where journalists can find story ideas on this trending topic.

Released: 8-Jun-2023 11:05 AM EDT
Public Guaranteed Child Support Programs May Help Reduce Poverty Worldwide
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Rutgers-led study calls for public guaranteed child support programs as the rate of single-mother families increases and the instability and precariousness of labor markets continues impacting single mothers’ earnings and nonresident fathers’ ability to pay child support

7-Jun-2023 9:55 AM EDT
Giving Parents Better School Quality Data Encourages Them to Consider Less Affluent, Less White Schools—To a Point
American Educational Research Association (AERA)

In a study published today in AERA Open, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Educational Research Association, researchers David M. Houston of George Mason University and Jeffrey R. Henig of Teachers College, Columbia University, found that providing parents with achievement growth data encourages them to consider schools with greater economic and racial diversity, but only up to a point.

Released: 7-Jun-2023 11:05 AM EDT
Research Highlights the Dangers of Anti-Trans Legislation
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

More states are banning gender-affirming care for minors. Conversion therapy is still legal in much of the country. New studies show why that’s a deadly combination.

   
Newswise: The Medical Minute: Pulling back the curtain on infertility
Released: 7-Jun-2023 9:40 AM EDT
The Medical Minute: Pulling back the curtain on infertility
Penn State Health

For decades, people struggling with infertility had to add social stigma to problems. A Penn State Health doctor discusses the causes and treatments of infertility and how attitudes have shifted.

Released: 6-Jun-2023 1:55 PM EDT
Childhood maltreatment predicts adult emotional difficulties
Stanford University

Have you ever wanted to convey a feeling but just couldn’t find the right words? Millions of people struggle with a personality trait known as alexithymia, which means “no words for feelings.”

   
Newswise: Fostering acceptance of sexual minorities in the Hispanic community
Released: 5-Jun-2023 4:00 PM EDT
Fostering acceptance of sexual minorities in the Hispanic community
University of Miami

A new intervention developed by a team of researchers and led by Guillermo “Willy” Prado, professor of nursing and health studies at the University of Miami, aims to curb devastating mental health trends and drug use among Hispanic youth who identify as sexual minorities.

   
Released: 1-Jun-2023 1:15 PM EDT
New Jersey Poison Center Data Shows Suicide Attempts Among Teenagers Are High
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

New Jersey Poison Center Data Shows Suicide Attempts Among Teenagers Are High

   
Newswise:Video Embedded pool-safety-what-you-need-to-know-for-a-safe-swimming-season
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Released: 1-Jun-2023 2:05 AM EDT
Pool Safety: What You Need to Know for a Safe Swimming Season
Cedars-Sinai

The school year is winding down, summer is around the corner and that means more children are splashing into swimming pools, whether in a backyard, at summer camp, or at recreation center pools.

Newswise: Kids Don’t Always Outgrow Stuttering, SLU Experts Say, But Speech Therapy Can Help
Released: 26-May-2023 1:40 PM EDT
Kids Don’t Always Outgrow Stuttering, SLU Experts Say, But Speech Therapy Can Help
Saint Louis University

For the parents of children who stutter, managing the communication disorder alone can be stressful and isolating. At Saint Louis University’s Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic, one mother discovered a team to help her daughter communicate more confidently at school and home.

Released: 16-May-2023 2:00 PM EDT
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Keep up with the latest news on skin in the Dermatology channel
Newswise

Skin cancer is the most prevalent form of cancer in the United States, with over 5 million cases diagnosed annually. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that melanoma alone accounts for more than 8,000 deaths each year. Thankfully, skin cancer is highly preventable, making it crucial to prioritize protection. Below are some of the latest headlines in the Dermatology channel.

Released: 16-May-2023 10:05 AM EDT
What Caregivers Should Know About Pediatric Physical Therapy
Tufts University

Experts from the Doctor of Physical Therapy Programs at Tufts University School of Medicine share advice for families whose children may need pediatric physical therapy

Newswise: New Yale-led study identifies bereaved parents’ medical priorities for children with advanced cancer
Released: 16-May-2023 8:05 AM EDT
New Yale-led study identifies bereaved parents’ medical priorities for children with advanced cancer
Yale Cancer Center/Smilow Cancer Hospital

For families facing the end of life of a loved one with pediatric cancer, robust quality measures to benchmark what parents value most in their child’s medical care do not currently exist. A new study helps identify what parents prioritize for their children with advanced cancer, including alleviating the child’s symptoms and honoring the family’s goals and wishes.

Newswise:Video Embedded asoci-ndose-con-familias-de-pacientes-para-proporcionar-un-mejor-cuidado-para-todos
VIDEO
Released: 15-May-2023 9:00 AM EDT
Asociándose con familias de pacientes para proporcionar un mejor cuidado para todos
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Los pacientes del CHLA y sus familias son socios imprescindibles para conseguir el cambio y prestar cuidados de primera clase. Cada año se llevan a cabo docenas de presentaciones en el Children's Hospital Los Angeles para asegurar que sus expertos siguen a la última respecto a los descubrimientos científicos y los avances clínicos.

Newswise: National Poll: 2 in 3 parents not confident they can tell whether used children’s equipment is safe
10-May-2023 9:20 AM EDT
National Poll: 2 in 3 parents not confident they can tell whether used children’s equipment is safe
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

While half of parents say they have used pre-owned equipment for babies and young children, many acknowledge that it’s difficult to always know whether it’s safe for their child, according to the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health.

Released: 12-May-2023 3:30 PM EDT
Immigration Nation: Research and Experts
Newswise

Title 42, the United States pandemic rule that had been used to immediately deport hundreds of thousands of migrants who crossed the border illegally over the last three years, has expired. Those migrants will have the opportunity to apply for asylum. President Biden's new rules to replace Title 42 are facing legal challenges. Border crossings have already risen sharply, as many migrants attempt to cross before the measure expires on Thursday night. Some have said they worry about tighter controls and uncertainty ahead. Immigration is once again a major focus of the media as we examine the humanitarian, political, and public health issues migrants must go through.

       
Released: 12-May-2023 9:00 AM EDT
Partnering with Patient Families to Provide Better Care for Everyone
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

CHLA’s patients and families are integral partners in driving change and delivering world-class care. One of several groups that advocate for CHLA patients and families to optimize their overall experience, the Patient and Family Advisory Council is grounded in the core concepts of patient- and family-centered care: respect and dignity, information sharing, participation and collaboration. The council works with departments across the hospital to not only advocate for, but work with and teach the concepts of patient- and family-centered care.

Newswise: The Medical Minute: Baby meets mom and dad ― adorable and important
Released: 11-May-2023 9:40 AM EDT
The Medical Minute: Baby meets mom and dad ― adorable and important
Penn State Health

It’s often adorable, beautiful and touches your soul. It’s also essential for childhood development. A Penn State Health expert talks about why the first moments between mother and child are so important.

Newswise: After ECMO, Nothing Can Stop Martin
Released: 11-May-2023 9:00 AM EDT
After ECMO, Nothing Can Stop Martin
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Martin is now 4 ½ and thriving.At birth, Martin went precious minutes without oxygen. A specialized team at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles raced to save his life—and his brain.

9-May-2023 3:05 PM EDT
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Get your mental health news here
Newswise

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Get your mental health news here.



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