COVID-19 transformed the family media environment and spurred research on the effects of
screen media exposure and use on young children. This update of a 2017 CPS statement re …

Relational experiences during infancy and early childhood are key drivers for building
health, social emotional development, and learning capacities, each vital for wellbeing. The …

This statement will help health care providers assess and advise on early literacy with
families in almost any practice setting. It defines emergent literacy skills, including early …

The current evidence indicates that spanking is harmful to children's health and
development and should never be used by parents or other caregivers. However, the critical …

Background: The negative effect of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on physical and
mental health has led to calls for routine screening for ACEs in primary care settings. We …

Purpose This study was conducted to determine the factors predictive of technology
addiction in young children (aged 2–5 years). The study examined the effects of digital …

Background: A warm, sensitive, and responsive relationship to a caregiver is essential for
healthy child development. Objective: This paper examines the effects of the Incredible …

As research efforts in the field of pediatrics are oriented toward a better understanding of the
synergistic relationship between different facets of early relational health (ERH) and child …

Background Early childhood is a critical period of development for infants, young children,
and their families. An array of services, programs, and interventions exist to support families …

While paediatric care providers are often the first point of contact for children or youth
experiencing mental health challenges, they may lack the resources (eg, access to a …