Research in the field of childhood development shows that experiences and habits formed during childhood shape our lives well into adulthood. Life is like a journey where every step forward builds on ...

It can be easy for parents to feel frustrated when their child wants only chicken nuggets and French fries. Still, it’s essential to remember that choosiness is a natural part of normal growth and ...

If you're the parent of a teen with a smartphone or you're planning on gifting them one this holiday season, you may want to consider discussing healthy habits first. Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, a ...

Parenting in the digital age can be complex, and families are faced with many important decisions surrounding technology use and digital safety. Determining when their children may be ready for a ...

This article is sponsored by Advance Community Health. As technology use grows nationwide, children and adolescents are becoming increasingly reliant on personal devices. Tablets and phones offer more ...

Helping teens develop healthy habits around social media use and screen time is important when they first receive a smartphone. Pediatric psychologist Ann-Louise Lockhart, an Instagram brand ...

Health experts are highlighting orthorexia during Eating Disorder Awareness Week as a condition where individuals obsess over healthful eating habits. Shanthi Appelo, a registered dietician with Blue ...

During American Heart Month in February, Cooperative Extension Service experts encourage Arkansans to develop healthy habits and know their risk factors to protect themselves from the leading cause of ...