Physical activity — primarily in the form of active play — promotes young children’s physical, mental, emotional and social health. It can also influence how active people will be later in life. It’s ...

Western researchers who study activity among young kids have created an online course to help tackle a pervasive problem: Children are not getting enough daily movement, especially while in childcare.

September 30, 2022, 2:27 p.m. Michael Devitt — Making sure that children eat the right foods and get enough exercise is a team effort. Although family physicians can help by tracking children’s height ...

A couple and their 6-year-old son were visiting last weekend. The weather was perfect for summer and the boy drifted away from the adults as we sat for a late afternoon snack. He quickly found the ...

'Providers were very concerned about the health of the kids. They really feel like an extended family member, and they want more training to do a better job of providing healthy foods and activities' ...

Q: “My child has ADHD, and we know that physical activity is an absolute must for him to control his symptoms. Can we incorporate physical activity and movement into his Individualized Education Plan ...

In a recent study published in the International Journal of Behavioural Nutrition and Physical Activity, a group of researchers examined the longitudinal effects of changes in dog ownership on ...

With nearly 78% of autistic children experiencing a co-occurring mental health condition such as anxiety or depression, it has never been more important to offer support in ways that respect ...

Researchers found widespread overactivation in brain activity in unmedicated children with anxiety disorders. Treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) led to improved clinical functioning and ...