Autism has received increasing amounts of attention in recent years. The increases in autism rates in the US have spurred other countries to reassess their rates of autism.

Having a baby as a teenager can present various challenges to these new, young moms. Those challenges may influence the way their children develop as well.

Living with a chronic disease like diabetes can be challenging. That challenge can take its toll on a person, especially if that person is a child.

Children's attempts to delay bedtime become the stuff of folklore at times. But staying firm about a consistent bedtime can be important.

Puberty is an important milestone on the road to growing up. But hitting puberty early may lead some kids to try adult substances earlier than other kids.

The environment around a pregnant woman can influence a growing baby. High levels of pollution may be one thing that affects a developing baby.

Bipolar disorder has been previously linked with substance abuse in adolescents. It's possible that certain symptoms or behaviors can help target youth before they develop a substance use disorder.

Children with autism can have difficulties with communication skills, social interaction and repetitive patterns of behavior. Might they have difficulties with sleeping patterns as well?

It was only a few decades ago that kids could recognize Joe Camel as easily as they recognized Mickey Mouse. Young children's ability to recognize cigarette brands appears to be global.

The issue of brain injury in children from playing sports has gained attention over the past several years. But that doesn't mean the injuries themselves have gotten worse.