Parents of 371 children up to 30 months in age in 24 day-care centers were telephoned to ascertain the number and severity of child injuries occurring both at home and in day care. Injury incident reports were also collected from six centers. Numbers of injuries reported to have occurred at home and in day care were almost equal. (MDM)

Interviews were conducted with 49 foster parents, teachers, and others who have worked closely with 284 children known to have been exposed to crack or cocaine in the womb. Many of the children exhibited impulsive behavior and inability to understand cause, effect, and consequences. Lists resources. (MLF)

A dynamic simulation model, using census data, was used to examine child health policy initiatives for the prevention of mental retardation. Results suggested that reducing the proportion of children living in poverty would be more effective in reducing the incidence of mental retardation than medical interventions to improve outcomes for low…

Children's health and worker safety concerns are spurring parents and school employees to press for reduction of school pesticide use. Applying pesticides by fogging, broadcasting, or baseboard spraying is inappropriate in school settings. Describes integrated pest management practices in California, Maryland, and Indiana; local and state…

Parents with colicky and noncolicky infants answered questions about infant behavior expectations. Parents with colicky infants described infant behavior and expectations for infants at 3 months more negatively; there were no significant group differences for infants at the 8- to 11-month current situation. However, the amount of infant colicky…

Suburban high school students and their parents completed surveys about their preferences for school-based health services. Results indicated that student interest was less than parent interest, though both groups were at least moderately interested. Both groups wanted to see general health services, reproductive health services, and counseling…

Describes the Governors' Campaign for Children and its three major objectives: (1) to increase public awareness of the needs of young children; (2) to simplify and improve federal and state programs to focus on the needs of children and their families; and (3) to help communities across the nation better respond to the needs of young children.…

Children are especially vulnerable to solar injury and heat illness. Physicians can lower children's risk through education about short-term and long-term sequelae and through various prevention efforts. The paper discusses how to screen for risk factors and how to prevent and treat heat illness and solar injury. (SM)

Exercise-induced bronchospasm commonly strikes young people, keeping many away from activity. The exercise challenge test (a powerful tool in diagnosing the condition, fine-tuning treatment, and improving patient compliance) can help get patients back in action. Knowing how to interpret and use test results helps physicians expedite effective…

Presents theoretical perspectives on children's health attitudes. Considers the influence of socialization agents, including families, schools, peers, and the media, on children's acquisition of health attitudes and behaviors. Examines implications of research for social policy, research, and modeling of child health attitudes and behavior. (BC)

In the United States, there is a schedule of four immunizations and several boosters against communicable diseases for children, but many children are not immunized against preventable communicable diseases. The article examines reasons for low immunization percentages, barriers to immunization, and possible solutions to the problems. (SM)

Computer use can affect students' health. Recommends instruction on safe computer use, placement of computers to minimize children's exposure to magnetic field. Preventive measures are suggested to help children avoid eye strain and repetitive strain injuries. (SM)

The physical and social characteristics of 60 American Indian children referred for psychological services were compared to those of 60 matched, non-Indian controls. Indian children were more likely to suffer from a variety of physical and social handicaps that in all likelihood could affect their intellectual, emotional, behavioral, and learning…

Investigated developmental patterns of cognitive performance over first 3 years of life in sample of 762 low birthweight premature children. Intelligence test scores were obtained at 12, 24, and 36 months adjusted age. Five developmental patterns were identified. Results reveal patterns of cognitive development can be discriminated by three…

Describes current living conditions of children in the United States, and argues that few tax dollars are spent on children. Discusses current policy on assisting low-income families with children, and suggests the establishment of national minimums for children in the areas of income support, education, and health care. (MM)