Children who have issues with sleep—whether it is too much or too little—need their problems addressed in order to prevent disruptions during the day, studies suggest.  

Today marks the start of a week dedicated toward breakfast, thought by many to be the most important meal of the day. And it is!

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ( CFS ) it is a major cause of extended school absences for adolescents. Face-to-face treatment can be effective in treating CFS , but a new internet based treatment may improve care.

There are connections between the brain and the immune system that may be used to help those with Autism Spectrum Disorders ( ASD ). A change in diet, it seems, could make other treatments more effective.

When medications and exercise no longer give arthritis patients the relief they need, surgery may be the next option. A total joint replacement can free patients from pain, giving them the mobility to live a normal life.

Part of the life cycle of a cell - as with every other living thing - is death. Cancer cells have to be pounded by radiation or chemotherapy to die or actually commit suicide. Scientists may have discovered what interferes with that death.

Emotional and physical abuse experienced by children affects them in more ways then one, and new research suggests it can cause long-term patterns of inner-torment, regardless of the source.  While previous investigations have demonstrated parental abuse to be “a potent predictor” that a child will develop borderline personality disorder (BPD), researchers from the U.K. and the U.S. came together to add bullying to the mix. In their recent study, the team of four medical professionals concluded, “Intentional harm inflicted by peers is a precursor or marker on the trajectory t...

Are you eating several servings of fruits and veggies each day and hitting the gym at least three times a week? If not, you're not alone. However, a new survey revealed most U.S. adults would prefer to improve their health.

For some patients, sickle cell disease is a debilitating disease full of painful complications. Until recently it was tough to identify which patients were at risk for the most serious complications.

If you’re considering adoption or have already adopted, understanding the family history of a child can help predict and possibly prevent psychological struggles.