CHILD BEHAVIOR

This study tests simple educational programs for parents of children aged 9 months to 3 years. The goal is to see if these brief lessons can help prevent cavities and reduce behavior problems. Researchers will track dental health and behavior outcomes in 750 children.

This study gives 30 family child care providers and the parents they serve a smartphone app with self-care tips, parenting support, and early learning games for kids. A nurse helpline is also available. The goal is to see if this support lowers stress and improves child behavior.…

This study looks at ways to reduce dental anxiety in children aged 4 to 8. It compares the standard Tell-Show-Do method alone versus adding a storybook or an animation video at home before the visit. The goal is to see which approach helps kids feel calmer and cooperate better du…

This study looks at whether a special parenting class can help parents of deaf or hard of hearing children aged 3 to 6. The class teaches positive parenting strategies to prevent behavior problems. About 295 parents will take part, and researchers will check if the program works …

This study tests a program for parents to help their 3- to 9-year-old children with social-emotional skills and healthy habits like physical activity and sleep. It involves 60 families facing major stressors such as trauma, mental health issues, or financial strain. The goal is t…

This study followed over 12,500 non-pregnant women in Southampton, UK, and then tracked about 3,000 of their children from before birth through age 19. Researchers are looking at how factors like diet and lifestyle before and during pregnancy influence child development, obesity,…

This study looks at whether a home visiting program for first-time parents helps children grow up healthier and safer. About 343 families with newborns are being followed until the child turns 19 or graduates high school. Researchers compare families who got the program with thos…