Childhood

Light Physical Exercise May Help Reverse Childhood Obesity: Study

Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity is up to ten times less effective than light physical activity in decreasing overall gain in fat mass, study reveals. 

Dec 29, 2023, 13:53 PM IST

Malnutrition Early In Life May Cause Poor Growth, Death: Study

Children whose growth begins to falter before they are six months old are much more likely to die and much more likely to have severe forms of growth faltering by the time they're 18 to 24 months old. 

Sep 16, 2023, 13:44 PM IST

Effects Of Controlled Parenting: Impact On Children's Character Development

Growing up in a controlled parenting environment can influence a child's behavior, independence, and self-esteem. This article explores the characteristics of such an upbringing and its potential long-term effects on a child's growth and well-being.

Sep 05, 2023, 19:18 PM IST

Childhood Inactivity May Cause Heart Attack, Strokes Later In Life: Study

Sedentary time accumulated from childhood to young adulthood was associated with heart damage, reveals study.

Aug 24, 2023, 13:21 PM IST

Parenting Tips: 5 Simple Ways To Boost Your Child’s Self-Confidence

Low self-esteem may have an impact on many aspects of a child's life. It can also show up in a number of other ways. Take a look at these few tips that can help your kids feel more confident.

 

Aug 07, 2023, 14:16 PM IST

Premature Babies Have Fewer Fractures In Childhood Than Others: Study

The study reveals children born very pre-term or with extremely low birthweight are known to be at risk of metabolic bone disease of prematurity. 

Jun 11, 2023, 21:58 PM IST

Parenting Tips: 6 Tips For Building Confidence In Children

Building a child's confidence at an early age is essential for their holistic development as confidence is fundamental to a kid's accomplishment, happiness, and health. Here are some insights on how to give children the confidence they need to make the most of their abilities.

 

Mar 29, 2023, 19:52 PM IST

People With Traumatic Childhood Tend To Grow Up As Angry Adults: Study

The study reveals that anxious or depressed people with a history of emotional neglect, physical or psychological abuse, were between 1.3 and 2 times more likely to have anger problems. 

Mar 27, 2023, 15:20 PM IST

DNA: Why Indian children are in depression?

In a study conducted by the National Center for Biotechnology Information, it has been found that one out of every 4 children aged between 13 to 15 years in India complaints of being in depression. Well, there was a time when depression was considered a disease of elders.

Jul 19, 2022, 00:46 AM IST

DNA: Analysis of childhood drowning in depression

Every parent of the country should watch this news. In Alwar, Rajasthan, a 15-year-old boy committed suicide because his mother was unable to spend time with him. The boy's mother used to work as a teacher in a government school.

Jul 19, 2022, 00:22 AM IST

Study links childhood depression to disrupted adult health, functioning

According to a new study, depression in youth, between the ages of 10 and 24 years, is both a leading cause of stress and a possible risk factor for future diseases and impairment. The findings of the study appeared in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (JAACAP), published by Elsevier.

Jun 23, 2021, 11:38 AM IST

'Dil diyan gallan' singer Neha Bhasin opens up on being sexually abused in childhood, shares horrifying details

Speaking of cyberbullying, Neha recalled receiving death threats online from fans of a popular K-pop band.

Nov 21, 2020, 09:45 AM IST

Active girls have better lung function in adolescence: Study

Strategies for promoting physical activity in childhood could be highly beneficial for the respiratory health of the population.

Jul 31, 2019, 14:51 PM IST

Making neighbourhoods more walkable can prevent childhood obesity

Making neighbourhoods more walkable can have a positive impact on kids’ waist line and BMI (body mass index).

Mar 30, 2018, 18:03 PM IST

Childhood friendships may boost boys' health in adulthood

Spending a fun-filled childhood with friends can help boys to have good physical health in adulthood, according to a new study.

Mar 28, 2018, 18:04 PM IST

Here's why breastfeeding is important for infants

A new study has revealed that breastfeeding can protect the high-birthweight infants from being overweight or obese in childhood.

Mar 19, 2018, 18:14 PM IST

Treatment for childhood abuse may help schizophrenia patients too

People suffering from schizophrenia may now possibly benefit from the effective, sensitive and tailored treatments used to treat victims of childhood abuse, researchers have claimed.

Mar 12, 2018, 18:20 PM IST

All efforts should be made for ensuring safe childhood: President

Every effort should be made to ensure that children are safe and happy, President said on Tuesday.

Nov 14, 2017, 19:56 PM IST

This vaccine may prevent childhood respiratory disease

Researchers in Australia have found that the vaccine that protects against cancer-causing types of human papillomavirus (HPV) also prevents an uncommon but incurable childhood respiratory disease.

Nov 10, 2017, 17:31 PM IST