Child Health
Children’s Health Status in the United States
The general state of a child’s health as perceived by their parents is a useful measure of the child’s overall health and ability to function. The 2007 National Survey of Children’s Health asked parents to rate their child’s health status as excellent, very good, good, fair, or poor. Overall, the parents of 84.4 percent... »
Current Health Condition of Children in the United States
The health of the current child population reflects the overall health of the Nation and has important implications for the future as these children grow into adults. Many childhood issues—including weight, smoking, oral health, and vaccination coverage—can affect health throughout the lifespan. In 2008, nearly 25 percent of the United States population was under... »
Pediatric Growth Chart for Girls
These growth charts consist of a series of percentile curves that illustrate the distribution of selected body measurements in U.S. children. Pediatric growth charts have been used by pediatricians, nurses, and parents to track the growth of infants, children, and adolescents in the United States since 1977. Growth charts are not intended to be... »
What Are the Treatments for ADHD?
The usual course of treatment for ADHD may include medications such as methylphenidate (Ritalin) or dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine), which are stimulants that decrease impulsivity and hyperactivity and increase attention. Most experts agree that treatment for ADHD should address multiple aspects of the individual’s functioning and should not be limited to the use of medications alone.... »