In an era where distractions lurk around every corner, giving children a mental edge can be as easy as a quick two-minute ...

The ringing of the school bell does not mean that learning has to end. It should not become a source of classroom stress. Time spent after school presents a chance for growth by providing children ...

“The results showed that individuals who were physically active performed better in these cognitive tests, demonstrating [that the] human brain is plastic,” Azizi added. Neuroplasticity is the ability ...

When emotional outbursts become more frequent, sleep is regularly disrupted, or school performance suddenly declines, it may ...

When Emmanuel Troupkos walks into Matraville Sports High School, a mural of sports stars greets him. Despite attending a sports-focused school, the year 8 student has a difficult relationship with ...

Staying calm during the holidays, especially around toxic relatives can be tough, but one NJ child psychologist has some good ...

A quick burst of exercise before class may be the key to sharper thinking and better grades, according to new research from the University of North Carolina Greensboro. The study found that just nine ...

Play looks simple, but it is the engine of childhood learning. Here is how to protect it, fuel it, and feel good about doing ...

Some of the state's biggest names in football, cricket and rowing are backing the effort to help more children who have experienced trauma to play and ...

Most people know which foods to avoid for a healthy heart. Yet, do you often think about the foods you eat and how they affect the brain? It’s been scientifically proven that diet can influence brain ...

The detox wasn’t absolute. Participants were spending about two hours a day on social media. During the detox, that dropped ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. It is a concern for parents as the long summer school holidays approach: how can they keep children active and not spending their weeks ...