Articles tagged with Parenting
A study by Brandi Rollins and Lori Francis found that early positive interactions with caregivers can reduce the risk of childhood obesity. The researchers analyzed data from over 1,000 mother-child pairs and discovered that children's early exposures to family psychosocial assets protect against obesity.
A new study published in Nature Communications found that amylin peptide plays a crucial role in regulating social contact-seeking behavior in female mice. The researchers discovered that isolation leads to a decrease in amylin levels, while social reunion increases them.
Research shows that couples who took Family Foundations classes 10 years ago had more positive family relationships during the pandemic. They reported lower levels of negative mood, behavior problems, and sibling conflict in their children.
A study analyzed Reddit posts to identify common parenting concerns, including sleep, eating, and emotional difficulties. The authors used latent Dirichlet allocation to categorize the posts and found that these topics are consistently discussed among parents.
A new study found that COVID-19 disruptions in homes with two or more children lead to higher levels of mental health struggles for one sibling, causing negative parenting and a feedback loop. Researchers suggest family therapy could be helpful for households adjusting to the pandemic.
A new study by National Jewish Health finds that adjusting school start times can benefit parents' sleep, particularly those with children in middle and high school. Parents reported improved sleep duration and reduced daytime fatigue after the start time adjustments.
Researchers at George Washington University found that mainstream parenting communities were exposed to misinformation from alternative health and anti-vaccination communities on Facebook. The study reveals how social media machinery can pull these communities closer to extremes, highlighting the need for a new strategy to combat onlin...
A Hebrew University study found that parents' religiosity level impacts their child's behavior. In secular Jewish families, psychological control was linked to reduced helpfulness, while in religious Jewish and Muslim families, it showed the opposite effect. The research suggests that parenting style is culturally context-dependent.
Research by Kobe University's Graduate School of Human Development and Environment found that children and adults alike show a tendency to morally judge lies of omission more leniently than lies of commission. This study highlights the importance of considering 'lies of omission' in guidance to improve children's morality.
A new study found that parent praise, especially generic process praise, relates to fluctuations in child persistence during everyday tasks. Children brushed longer on days when parents used more praise and less instruction.
Research from the University of Florida found that baby talk can stimulate motor production of speech in infants. By mimicking infant vocal tracts, babies learn how words should sound coming out of their mouths. This discovery challenges previous assumptions about the role of baby talk in language development.
A UConn study found that supporting surviving parents can reduce youth suicide risk by combating negative self-views in bereaved children. The Family Bereavement Program improved parenting skills and needs, leading to reduced aversive self-views and increased child positive connectedness.
A survey of 1,100 parents found that COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy differed by factors such as racial and ethnic background, education level, and previous experience with COVID-19. The study highlights the need for tailored vaccination strategies to address these disparities.
A study of 323 parents found that daily stress levels, especially in the afternoon and evening, led to increased use of corporal punishment and psychological aggression. The researchers suggest that parents' stress levels in the moment may play a greater role in their discipline practices than overall stress levels.
Recent research shows differences in Russian and US approaches to emotion, with Russian parents reading stories featuring negative emotions to their children. This highlights cultural nuances in socializing emotions before school age.
A survey of general surgery program directors found that only a quarter of programs had a formal paternity leave policy, and when they did, it was often inconsistent. Residents often took shorter leaves than desired due to stigma against male residents taking parental leave.
A secondary analysis found a bi-directional relationship between mother's mental health symptoms and child's mental health symptoms, with parental stress as the mediating factor. The study suggests that lowering parental stress is vital for families where mothers and children exhibit symptoms of anxiety and depression.
A new study reveals that female physician-parents were more likely to experience disruption to their home and work lives, and suffered from higher rates of depression and anxiety compared to male counterparts. The study also found that motherhood contributed to a significant increase in depression symptoms over time.
Parents of preschoolers used lower levels of structure and autonomy support during the COVID-19 pandemic, associated with negative parent mood and higher coercive control. The study suggests a need for public health advocates to support families in re-establishing healthy eating routines after the pandemic.
A new study reveals that nurses who are parents face a unique challenge: poor sleep quality is linked to increased daily stress and frequency of stressors, particularly those with one or two children at home. This can impact their work performance and caregiving roles.
A new study by researchers at the University of Houston found that COVID-19-related parenting stress has a negative impact on children's eating habits, leading to maladaptive feeding behaviors. The study suggests that policy makers and nonprofit organizations should provide support systems to help parents manage their daily stressors.
A study of roundworms found that older parents can produce larger, faster-developing offspring with better reproductive success, challenging the notion that old parental age is detrimental. The research showed that older parents invest more nutrients in eggs, resulting in larger offspring.
A study of over 1,000 mothers estranged from their adult children found that nearly 80% believed an ex-husband or child's mental health issues were responsible for the estrangement. The results highlight a disconnect between mothers' and children's reasons for the rift, suggesting a need to consider differing perspectives when trying t...
A new study by Johns Hopkins University sociologist Andrew Cherlin found that college-educated women are increasingly likely to have a first child before marriage. The study suggests that the role of marriage in starting families is shifting among young adults, with many opting for cohabitation instead.
A new study led by UCL researchers confirms that genetic inheritance has a significant impact on educational outcomes. However, the study also reveals that parent genes that aren't directly inherited can shape parents' education levels and subsequently influence their children's learning environment, affecting their academic success.
New research on female mice reveals that experienced mouse mothers tutor other females in parenting skills, facilitated by the hormone oxytocin. This behavior is observed even when the mice are separated by a clear plastic window, suggesting a strong learning mechanism.
A recent study by North Carolina State University highlights key factors that facilitate engaging nonresident fathers in child welfare efforts. The study found that social service providers who work with male social workers and incorporate specific values and mindsets into their practice can effectively engage fathers.
Research found that parenting styles with high levels of behavioral control, such as authoritative and no-nonsense styles, reduced the risk of crime in adulthood. In contrast, low-control styles like abusive, permissive, and lax styles significantly increased the risk for crime.
US sex trafficking survivors experience difficulties building parenting confidence and exhibiting emotional withdrawal, impacting their ability to be protective parents. The study highlights the need for targeted support to help these individuals overcome challenges in motherhood.
A new study found that men with traditional masculine characteristics like competitiveness and adventurousness were linked to better parenting behaviors when combined with a nurturing father role belief. The researchers discovered that these stereotypically masculine traits tended to be engaged with their kids, suggesting that men are ...
Recent Brigham Young University studies analyze how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) shape adolescents' delinquent behaviors and fathers' parenting approaches. ACEs are linked to girls' delinquent behavior, while having ACEs does impact fathers' use of harsh disciplinary techniques and positive parenting characteristics.
Repeatedly getting angry at children leads to smaller brain structures in adolescence, according to a new study. The research found that harsh parenting practices can harm social and emotional development as well as brain structure size.
An international study published in Affective Science found that Western countries are the most affected by parental burnout, with individualism playing a predominant role. The study suggests that collectivist cultures, like those in Africa, may protect against parental burnout due to their emphasis on community and mutual aid.
A six-session video-feedback programme has been shown to significantly reduce behaviour problems in children as young as 12 months old. The programme provides tailored support for parents of 'at-risk' children, helping them build on positive moments and respond to cues that promote positive engagement and behaviours.
A new study by Concordia researchers István Tóth-Király and Alexandre Morin found that adolescent problematic internet use is associated with increased depressive symptoms, substance abuse, and lower academic achievement. The study identified three key determinants of PIU: loneliness, parenting practices, and gender.
A new longitudinal study examines relations between parenting, culture, and prosocial behaviors in U.S. Mexican youth, finding both universal and culturally-specific factors contribute to fostering helpful behavior. Cultural practices like ethnic socialization and familism values play a crucial role in supporting prosocial development.
A longitudinal study in Germany found that autonomy-supportive parenting is positively associated with better child well-being and higher parental need fulfillment. This type of parenting requires parental energy but also reciprocally contributes to it.
A new study from Arizona State University finds that conflict between divorced parents increases the risk of children developing physical and mental health problems. Children who experience fear of being abandoned due to parental conflict are more likely to develop future mental health problems.
A new study found that consumers prefer to make a 'status pivot' by showcasing their successes in other areas, rather than trying to keep up with high-achieving peers. This strategy helps alleviate stress and boosts confidence, particularly when compared to within-domain status restoration.
Research reveals that Black African families in the UK are influenced by structural forces of race, power, and cultural differences. Many parents express a desire to adopt UK parenting styles but fear being misunderstood or penalized by authorities.
A new University of Rochester meta-analysis suggests that being psychologically flexible is a critical factor in maintaining happy family and romantic relationships. Higher levels of flexibility are linked to adaptive parenting strategies, lower child distress, and greater relationship satisfaction.
A new study published in Nature shows that rodents rely on a combination of innate instincts and learning to recognize unique infant cries. Experienced caregivers were found to be more effective at identifying subtle variations in distress calls and retrieving crying pups, while inexperienced animals required extensive training.
A study published in Frontiers found that fathers who spend more time with their infants, have higher parenting self-efficacy, and provide greater material support experience lower rates of depressive symptoms. This early involvement is associated with increased feelings of competence and satisfaction as a parent.
A recent study published in Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry found that parental smartphone use is rarely associated with poor parenting. In fact, at low levels of displacing family time, more smartphone use was linked to better parenting.
A new analysis found little evidence of negative impacts on parenting from smartphone use. At low levels of displacing family time, more smartphone use was associated with better parenting.
A five-minute role-play with a doll predicted parenting quality nine months after birth, measuring intuitive parenting skills such as talking to the face and showing concern. The study found that these skills can be taught, and good co-parenting relationships and personality traits also predict better parenting.
A new longitudinal study found that teenagers whose parents are overbearing experience difficulties in social relationships and educational attainment by adulthood. The study, published in Child Development, suggests that overcontrolling parenting can stunt adolescent development and lead to long-term problems.
A new study on corvid birds reveals how biology, environment, and social life allow young birds to learn difficult skills that improve survival. Extended parenting plays a key role in this process.
Scientists found that crocodiles' reproductive biology and parental care may contribute to their resilience to mass extinctions. Unlike turtles, crocodiles select nesting sites carefully and bury nests for insulation, allowing them to cope with temperature fluctuations.
A novel elective program for pediatric residents has increased time spent at home with newborns, leading to improved income and academic outcomes. The four-week rotation provides up to four weeks of paid leave, benefiting breastfeeding establishment and fetal health.
A new study found that caregivers' self-care strategies are crucial in managing stress and improving family needs for children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Caregivers who report greater confidence in their ability to use self-care also experience reduced parental distress and higher parenting satisfaction.
A community-delivered curriculum, Parenting Journey, reduced perceived parenting stress and improved outcomes in low-income diverse populations. The program increased resilience, self-care, and social networks among participants.
A study found that women without children increased their binge drinking from 21% to 42% between 2006 and 2018. In contrast, men without children reported the highest levels of binge drinking, while young men with children experienced a decline. The researchers suggest physicians should screen all adults for alcohol use disorders.
Research reveals alcohol-dependent mothers exhibit harsher parenting when children express intense negative emotions or frustration. Harsh parenting decreases among non-alcohol dependent mothers over time, while increasing among those with greater psychological-behavioral difficulties stemming from alcohol impairment.
High helicopter parenting can result in 'hothouse children' who lack autonomy, struggle with anxiety and internalizing problems, and may repeat their parents' behaviors.
The LEGO Foundation has awarded a $3.2-million grant to Boston College's Research Program on Children and Adversity to expand its Sugira Muryango intervention for extreme poverty families in Rwanda. This will impact over 10,000 children and 14,300 parents, with the goal of empowering caregivers through playful parenting initiatives.
A study by researchers at the University of Illinois found that male cowbirds exhibit greater variation in offspring production, conforming to Bateman's Principle. Surprisingly, approximately 75% of cowbirds were monogamous for the entire breeding season despite not providing food or resources to their young.
Researchers found that dads' childcare activities are more likely to be recreational and take place on the weekend, while mothers' activities involve infants and solo parenting. The study suggests that parents' happiness and stress levels depend on the type of childcare activity and context in which it takes place.
A study found that mothers with higher levels of parenting stress have reduced brain activity synchronization with their children in the prefrontal cortex, a region linked to understanding others' point of view. This suggests that excessive parenting stress can weaken mother-child communication and relationships.
Researcher Dr Frank Ainsworth reviews international studies on parental licensing, highlighting its potential flaws and limitations. He argues that the scheme could disproportionately affect disadvantaged communities and may not be effective in addressing child neglect.