Certain elements of play contribute directly to children's physical and cognitive development. This helps them grow from curious kids into confident, intelligent, and physically capable young adults.

Physical development is ‘intricately interwoven with emotional, social, cognitive and language development’, says the Birth to 5 Matters guidance. But how many children are really getting this ...

Physical activity and outdoor play are essential components of a child's overall development. Research has consistently shown ...

Other research corroborates the importance of neighborhood quality for children’s health and development. For example, a ...

Studies addressing children’s (⩽12 years) physical and cognitive development as outcome and maternal pre-pregnancy body mass index as an exposure were included.

Gardening, often considered to be an activity reserved for adults, is gaining ground with children as new programs are introduced that promote gardening's "green" attributes. Physical benefits of ...

Physical activity from an early age should be encouraged in children and adolescents as it benefits their growth and development.

A study in Child Abuse & Neglect suggests that shouting at, denigrating or verbally threatening kids can be just as damaging as physical abuse.

Fathers are not just helpers for mothers but are important to children in their own right. Fathers contribute to children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being.

Adults — including parents, teachers and coaches — shouting at, denigrating or verbally threatening children can be as damaging to their development as sexual or physical abuse, a new study finds.