Can't Focus? It Might Be Undiagnosed Adult ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is most commonly diagnosed in children. But older adults may find that what they had worried was early dementia is actually ADHD.
Children's Health
After The Diagnosis: How Families Experience Autism
Raising a child with autism can test families financially and emotionally. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with parents of children with autism, and a young woman who was diagnosed later in life.
Flint Combats Lead-Contaminated Water Effects On Child Development
Pediatrician Mona Hanna-Attisha discovered alarming levels of lead in the drinking water of Flint, Mich. NPR's Scott Simon asks her about an initiative she's leading to help the children affected.
Doula Support For Pregnant Women Could Improve Care, Reduce Costs
Doulas provide emotional support for a woman through pregnancy and childbirth. A study finds that women with doulas are less likely to have cesarean or preterm births.
Why Terrorists Are Targeting 'Unsung Heroes'
The bombing in Quetta, Pakistan, is the latest of several attacks on polio vaccination centers. We asked an expert to put the incident in context.
For Teenagers, Adult-Sized Opioid Addiction Treatment Doesn't Fit
Teenage brains are more susceptible to drug abuse, but it's often hard to find treatment. It's even harder to find evidence-based treatment designed for youth. But that's starting to change.
Average Age Of First-Time Moms Keeps Climbing In The U.S.
A national survey finds that U.S. mothers are having their first child later than ever — it's a 45-year trend. The big reason seems to be a steady drop in the number of teen moms.
'East Los High' Isn't Just A Soapy Teen Drama — It's Also A Science Experiment
Social scientists and health workers worked with screenwriters and studio execs to create a binge-worthy show designed to help young Latinas make healthy life choices.
Why Tortillas May Hold The Key To Healthier Babies
In the U.S., pastas and breads come with a dose of folic acid, a B vitamin that prevents severe neural tube birth defects. But it's not allowed in corn masa, a staple for Hispanic women.
Now That He's A Dad, Tanzanian Doctor Is An Advocate Of Prudent Panic
Pediatrician Namala Mkopi shares his new insights into the art of parenting and doctoring. He also tells NPR why people need to pay more attention to a disease no one likes to talk about: diarrhea.