A new study reports a father's advancing age at childbearing can lead to higher rates of psychological and academic problems for the offspring.
A new study of over 10,000 mothers has shown that women who breastfed their babies were at significantly lower risk of postnatal depression than those who did not.
Role playing with dolls to simulate interacting with an infant allows researchers to predict which parents-to-be could be headed for conflict when their baby arrives.
According to a new study, a mother's sense of maternal identity is closely linked to the relationship she has with the father both during and after pregnancy.
A new study reports that young girls who are forced to take on burdensome care-giving roles become less sensitive to their own children's needs than kids who are allowed to just be kids.
According to a new study, parents who are more emotional and anxious are more likely to allow their children to play violent video games more often than parents who are warm and restrictive.
Researchers report men are at risk for anxiety and other mental health problems following the birth of their child.
A new study reports daughters born to mothers in their 30's are more prone to depression than those born to younger moms.
Fragmented maternal care can harm brain development and have lasting implications for children, a new study reports.
A new study reports parental depression is linked to increased safety risks for their children, particularly when it comes to guns, fire and car accidents.
Researchers report as many as 1 in 4 kids are sexually harassed online by friends.
Interacting with your child while you read to them can help boost language skills in toddlers, a new study reports.