We like to think children are safe from dealing with the realities of racism and systemic oppression, but a new study has found the stark opposite is true. While economic, educational, and political ...

Non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic/Latino children were also significantly less likely to receive brain MRI scans compared with their non-Hispanic White peers. Children and young people who are Black or ...

For decades, researchers have developed and tested adolescent depression prevention programs that show strong results. But a new study reveals a major flaw in the evidence base: These programs, ...

This reduced connectivity may increase the risk of behavioral problems and mental illnesses like depression and ADHD. Boys and minority children are particularly vulnerable to sleep deficits and ...