Golinkoff and Han often remind parents and caregivers that “play is the work of childhood,” a phrase first coined by ...

Ranked seventh globally by the Center for World University Rankings in family sciences, UT Austin human development and family sciences has extensive impact in research and uplifts individuals, ...

The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. Early childhood is a critical period for brain development, which is ...

The millions of American parents with children stuck at home due to the pandemic don’t just have to cope with the added demands of child care and supporting online classes, but also with the fear that ...

Before age 5, a baby's brain grows rapidly, undergoing a uniquely important moment in development. Yet, many don't understand just how critical it is for setting a person's foundation for thriving.

Whether in emergency care, pediatrics, outpatient surgery or the neonatal intensive care unit, Mollie Henderson, an alumna of Purdue University’s College of Health and Human Sciences, is bringing ...

LA-IRIS Human Development Initiatives, has unveiled  a platform aimed at reintegrating over 500  out-of-school children ...

According to a 2021 survey by the Human-Animal Bond Research Institute, 87% of pet owners have experienced improvements in their mental health due to having a companion animal. I have certainly felt ...