In some ways, it’s as if students "just care less and less about what people think, but also somehow care more,” said Isabella, 14. Some teens, she said, no longer care about appearing disengaged, while others are so afraid of ridicule they keep to themselves. She...
Experts are unsure why it occurs but studies have shown that children who use computers or smart devices for long periods are at greater risk. Some say that spending more time outdoors can help.
New analysis of electronic health records linked to public data suggests strong associations between heart health and daily city life: long commutes, income levels, education, air pollution, broadband rates, family situation, and social isolation emerge as potential...
Understanding the impact of play is essential for parents. Play might seem little more than a delightful distraction, but experts say it’s a cornerstone of healthy development. While fancy gadgets and electronic toys fill many family game rooms, it’s simple activities...
Maternity protection is crucial for preventing and alleviating poverty and vulnerability, enhancing the health, nutrition and overall well-being of mothers and newborns, fostering gender equality and promoting a dignified life for all from the very start.
What about social media platforms? They achieved global market penetration faster than almost any product in history. The category took hold in the early aughts with Friendster, MySpace and the one that rose to dominance: Facebook. By 2020, more than half of all...