Nearly three fourths of parents misreported preschoolers’ mobile technology use; some children ages 3-5 engaged with apps intended for teens and adults. 

Screen time can be at odds with the benefits of traditional playtime for both kids, and the parent-child relationship.

Technology’s impact on children: How can we improve the research? Michigan child development researcher leads session at Pediatric Academic Societies meeting.

New research finds that parents and children talk and interact less with electronic books compared to print books.

The act of play is a critical part of a child’s growth — and scientific research proves it. Here’s how to make the most of parent-child quality time.

With the help of a new human embryonic stem cell line, researchers make initial strides toward treatment for the genetic mutation.

Ninety-five percent of reviewed apps for children ages 5 and under include at least one form of advertising, a new U-M study finds. Why parents should pay attention.

Learn the signs of back to school anxiety and find six tips for helping your child cope with anxiety about school.

Learn more about a new study that examines the association between digital technology interruptions to parent-child time and greater child behavior problems.

Past research has shown that very young kids gain no educational benefit from handheld devices. A new study finds they might even hinder development.