Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) may be relatively common, according to a new study.

Mental illness consists of an array of complex and hard-to-pin-down disorders, but avoiding misdiagnosis can be crucial to treating it properly.

Temper tantrums and telling fibs are often a normal part of being a young kid. Some behaviors, however, could be a tip-off that there’s more going on.

Recent claims about children's mental health in the media have had a tendency to be somewhat negative. But a new Canadian study suggests some of those claims may be inaccurate.

There’s an established and complex link between asthma and obesity. But which one comes first in children?

ADHD is often treated with stimulants, which some researchers and parents are concerned could limit children's growth. But new research may relieve those concerns.

Immunodeficiency in newborns can put them at risk for death or lifelong health problems. New research shows how important early screening may be for newborns' health.

One of the national surveys that investigates health conditions in children also tracks disability rates. And a recent study found a surprising trend in those rates.

Young children who have delays in learning and development might face multiple obstacles as they grow, including behavior difficulties.

In the past, video games have been associated with antisocial behavior. But a light amount of gaming may not damage kids' social adjustment.