More than one-quarter (27.6 percent) of American youth aged 12 to 20 said that they drank alcohol in the past month, according to a study released Thursday by the federal government.

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Cerebral palsy (CP) is an term encompassing a group of non-progressive, motor, non-contagious conditions that cause physical disability in human development. Cerebral palsy can also lead to other health issues, including vision, hearing, and speech problems, and learning disabilities.

CP is usually caused by brain damage that occurs before or during a child’s birth, or during the first 3 to 5 years of a child’s life Cerebral palsy can’t be cured, but treatment will often improve a child’s capabilities and it is a life-long condition. A disability is a physical loss of function such as being unable to walk, having difficulty with hand control or speech. Read the rest of this entry →

In this modern world, technology has changed the whole world. Now we can use computers in homes, they are a lot of games and other entertainments things are available at home. The entertainment and advertising industries are far better at connecting with children than researchers, advocates, and educators. Entertainment software has become a valuable partner for them.

Computer and video games now serve as useful tools in the fight to preserve well-being, heal the injured and train the professionals who respond to medical emergencies. Read the rest of this entry →

Sleep is especially important for children as it directly impacts mental and physical development. A good night’s sleep allows children to wake up feeling refreshed physically and mentally. During sleep, muscles and skin are repaired. Kids under age four need 10 to 12 hours of sleep at night. Many kids don’t get enough sleep, if your child seems more irritable or argumentative than usual, take a look at how much sleep he’s getting.

• It’s also important to remember that a good nap can’t make up for a bad sleep at night. Maintain your nap routines.
• Try to maintain your child’s usual bedtime and bedtime routines. Read the rest of this entry →