Study finds they spend less time on academics with video-game systems at home

Despite giving 'informed consent,' many can't recall details, study finds

How to choose a safe one

Swedish researchers say loss of stem cells in the hippocampus could be to blame

Study finds link between catchy ads and whether teens smoke

Repairing ACL, meniscus at same time is one advance, 'Tommy John' elbow reconstruction another

Childhood response to stress could lead to lasting problems, researchers say

'Huffing' more common than smoking pot, snorting cocaine among 12-year-olds, study finds

CDC study found newest vaccine lowered chances of those under 5 getting the disease

Ivermectin may offer alternative for hard-to-treat infestations, study shows

Data from Texas households confirm that the virus tends to target children

Factors that increase a youngster's risk

Awareness can slow this 'silent epidemic,' prevent long-term problems, expert says

Studies found more amputations, spinal injuries among kids who ride them

Stretching, rest can ease elbow, shoulder pain that plagues many young players, studies show

Follow these tips to prevent early tooth decay, damage

In landmark trial, it beat two newer meds for treating seizures, with fewer side effects

Junk food intake is up, and many kids have few places to burn calories, studies find

More hours spent in front of TV, computer linked to less bonding with peers, parents, researchers say

Passive exposure tied to blood vessel damage in 13-year-olds, research shows