Differences in the physical shape and wiring of the brain can directly contribute to the development of attention and social ...

Developmental delays can affect a child’s physical, cognitive, communication, social, emotional, or behavioral skills. Often, delays affect more than one area of development. When a child has delays ...

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood disorder characterized by developmentally inappropriate levels of inattention, disorganization ...

A neurologic disorder is any condition that affects the brain and nerves throughout the body. Common neurologic conditions in children include epilepsy, cerebral palsy, attention deficit hyperactivity ...

Detecting a child’s mental disorder can be difficult because many of the behaviors can also occur as part of normal development. As a result, some parents are hesitant to seek help. To help you ...

Childhood is a time of growth, learning, and development. Your child is increasing in height and weight, learning new physical and social skills, and laying the foundations of adulthood. If you have ...

In a noisy school cafeteria, two children speak over the conversations and clanging utensils happening around them. While many observers may see the children talking and think their ears are doing all ...

A planning committee of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will organize a public workshop that will provide an opportunity for ...