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Absence of Biological Father is Linked to Early Puberty, Study Says

Girls who don't live with their biological fathers are more likely to hit puberty at an early age -- but only in households with higher incomes, a new ...Girls who don't live with their biological fathers are more likely to hit puberty at an early age -- but only in households with higher incomes, a new study says.

Don't Raise Your Hands; You Might Learn More

Pick me! Pick me! Credit: Getty
Show of hands. How many of you think you got a good education? Put your hands down. It was a trick question. ...

Lack of Attachment to Mom May Cause Early Puberty in Girls

She's a lot younger than she looks. Credit: Corbis
If you're still on the fence about how you feel about attachment parenting, new research ...

Hair Waxing for Tweens: How Young Is Too Young?

Waxing too early can make it difficult for doctors to tell if girls are maturing properly. Credit: Getty Images
Girls can be in such a hurry ...

Ohio Convert Leaves State Custody as She Turns 18

Rifqa Bary, in court in March, has been released from state custody. Credit: Jay LaPrete, AP
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - An Ohio judge released a ...

More Girls Entering Puberty Early, Study Finds

Girls are maturing earlier than ever. Credit: Getty Images Girl, you'll be a woman soon. Sooner than you thought. A new study ...

Does Obesity Plus Diabetes Equal Learning Disability?

Ever feel like everyone's picking on the fat kid? Childhood obesity is such a national concern, with seemingly everyone -- including first lady ...

14-Year-Old Dutch Sailor Girl Heads Out to Sea

Laura Dekker sets sail for Portugal, where she hopes to begin her solo attempt later this year.Credit: Bas Czerwinski, AP
AMSTERDAM (AP) - She's ...

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