Growing up in a language-rich home environment is important for children's language development in the early years. The concept of "technoference" (t…
A first-of-its kind study has found that for every minute of screen time toddlers are exposed to at home, they hear fewer adult words, make fewer voc…
As families increase their use of mobile touch screen devices (smartphones and tablet computers), there is potential for this use to influence parent…
Screen time guidelines recommend no screens under two years due to the potential negative impacts on development. While current reports suggest many…
The aim of this systematic review was to review the evidence for serious gaming interventions in improving sensorimotor function in children and adul…
Energy drinks (EDs) are not recommended for minors' consumption due to a myriad of health risks, but marketing initiatives persist. This study explor…
The Kids Research Institute Australia researchers who worked with young people to develop an app designed to help teenagers stay safe in the sun have…
Pregnancy and the postnatal period can be a time of increased psychological distress, which can be detrimental to both the mother and the developing…
A balanced approach toward sun exposure and protection is needed by young people. Excessive sun exposure increases their risk for skin cancers such a…
The generous support of West Australians through Channel 7’s Telethon Trust will help support crucial child health research at The Kids Research Inst…