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We teach kids to look after their bodies—here's how to do the same for a healthy mind

Young people today are growing up in an increasingly complex world—and arguably suffering as a result. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news updates. Social media and smartphones ...
Phys.org

Seven ways to teach little kids about body safety before they can talk

Families with young children are yet again reeling after this week's Four Corners investigation into abuse in the early childhood sector. The program identified almost 150 childcare workers who had ...
NPR

The author of "Body Beautiful" on teaching kids how to love their bodies

Studies show that kids as young as 3 years old can have body image concerns. Author Susan Verde was an elementary school teacher who saw kids forming judgments about their bodies very early on and ...
The Conversation

We teach kids to look after their bodies – here’s how to do the same for a healthy mind

Amy Dawel receives funding from the Australian Research Council. Prevention is key. Just as early eating habits often carry through to adulthood, we can set the stage for good mental health from birth ...
The Conversation

7 ways to teach little kids about body safety before they can talk

Danielle Arlanda Harris receives funding from the Queensland Family and Child Commission and the Australian Research Council. Families with young children are yet again reeling after this week’s Four ...