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What have scientists learned about the causes of autism spectrum disorder? Why do different kids have such different symptoms, and what are the best ways to deal with them? Will there ever be a cure? From leading autism researchers, this accessible guide helps you put the latest advances to work for your unique child. Separating fact from fiction about causes, treatments, and prevention, the book guides you to make lifestyle choices that support the developing brain. 

Though parenting is the toughest and most important job in the world, we do not get any prior training about how to do it. We do it based on how we saw our parents raised us, or we just go by the ‘gut’ feeling'. Would you do the same thing in any other job in the world? No way!! There are many parenting books, websites, and shows out there about good parenting...but do they speak directly to you and your experience as you bring up your kids? In today's age of social media, we are all 'global parents' raising our kids to become "global citizens". As Asian Indian parents irrespective of ...

 Is cosleeping safe? How important is breastfeeding? Are food allergies preventable? Should we be worried about the aluminum in vaccines? Searching for answers to these tough parenting questions can yield a deluge of conflicting advice. In this revised and expanded edition of The Science of Mom, Alice Callahan, a science writer whose work appears in the New York Times and the Washington Post, recognizes that families must make their own decisions and gives parents the tools to evaluate the evidence for themselves.

Get science-based answers to your most pressing questions about your kids and the media in this pioneering audio series. Douglas A. Gentile - a parent, preeminent child psychologist, and award-winning professor - teaches you practical strategies for wiser media habits. How do children learn? What common mistakes do parents make about children’s media, and what steps can you take to avoid them? Which video games are beneficial, and which are harmful? How can you protect my child from cyberbullying? Why do advertisements shape our values and desires?

This is a podcast about raising kids—and ourselves—a little more feral. On purpose. Through conversations with writers, scientists, educators, adventurers, leaders, athletes and parents, host Ashley Arnold explores how we give kids a wilder, more connected childhood in the world we actually live in—and how we can reclaim it for ourselves—so we're able to take risks, think creatively and independently and also love, value and protect the wild places that shape us.

Traditional family structures are adapting to make room for children conceived in previously unimaginable ways. Whole industries and internet-enabled communities are being built around reproductive technologies. And there's more change coming as science continues to move forward. Combining intimate personal stories with cutting-edge research, Reconceptions invites listeners to reconsider their own ideas about parenthood and embrace a new vision of the meaning of family.

Does toxic pollution cause attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? What about screen use? Are alternative treatments worth exploring? Can dietary changes help? From leading ADHD researcher Joel T. Nigg, this book presents exciting treatment advances grounded in the new science of epigenetics - how genes and the environment interact. Distinguishing unsupported, even dangerous, approaches from bona fide breakthroughs, Dr. Nigg describes specific lifestyle changes that have been proven to support the developing brain.

The Momologist is a Mom’s best resource, where we take “Mama knows best” to a whole new level! We are a mom-led podcast that inspires, empowers and educates parents in their search for child-rearing wisdom. We uncover information and advice straight from the experts. From innovative theories to controversial claims and even the familiar hot topics, we’re here to put a magnifying glass on it all by interviewing industry leaders and specialists in their field. Motivated by a desire to “know it all,” a Momologist is an inquisitive parent who probes, analyzes and gathers information in...

What is empathy, and why do we need it? Presenter Rachel Adedeji hosts a brand new podcast that delves into the importance of empathy and how you can build it through child’s play. We all want to raise children that are empathetic and sensitive to others’ emotions, but how can we as parents help nurture empathy and social skills from a young age? Sponsored by Barbie, this series will explore the groundbreaking new scientific findings in developing children’s empathy, real life examples of when parenting doesn’t go to plan, and some top tips on how to teach your child about ...