Children of women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol while pregnant don't appear to have any neurodevelopmental problems when it comes to balance, a new British study suggests.
Children of women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol while pregnant don't appear to have any neurodevelopmental problems when it comes to balance, a new British study suggests.
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.
British police are looking into an incident in which celebrity chef Nigella Lawson was repeatedly choked during an argument with her husband, Charles Saatchi, over dinner at a restaurant.
British police are looking into an incident in which celebrity chef Nigella Lawson was repeatedly choked during an argument with her husband, Charles Saatchi, over dinner at a restaurant.
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED), which considers itself the definitive record of acceptable English words, has just formalized its status as a legitimate noun and verb in relation to social media site Twitter.
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED), which considers itself the definitive record of acceptable English words, has just formalized its status as a legitimate noun and verb in relation to social media site Twitter.
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As families get ready to watch the Super Bowl this weekend, what else will they see besides touchdowns and field goals?
Ads promoting alcohol and other products geared toward an older audience.
Christy Buchanan, professor of psychology at Wake Forest University and an expert on parent-child relationships, says parents shouldn't squirm on the couch until each round of beer ads is over, but should take action. They can turn uncomfortable moments in front of the TV into "values moments" with their children.
"It is important for parents to address issues and share their values," says Buchanan, "So, when beer commercials come on, talk about your views on drinking. There are so many societal messages that say 'drinking makes life fun.' This is a parent's opportunity to say what they think and start a discussion."
Pro football is by far the most popular sport to watch among kids; 66% of kids ages 7-11 say they watch pro football on television. A study by the non-profit group Common Sense Media reviewed nearly 6,000 commercials in 60 NFL games in a recent NFL season and found the following:
300 of the ads were for alcohol
40% of the games included advertisements for erectile-dysfunction drugs
500 of the advertisements involved significant levels of violence, including gun fights, explosions, and murders
80 of the advertisements involved significant levels of sexuality, including scenes about prostitution and strippers
Buchanan offers the following tips to parents trying to figure out what to do when a kindergartner asks, "What is Viagra?" or a teenager comments on how much fun people are having in a beer commercial:
Take a "values moment" -- Leave the TV on, but talk about family values. For older children (middle school age and up), use the opportunity to engage children in conversation, particularly about issues such as drinking.
Ask children what they think about what they are seeing or hearing, then respond to their perceptions and reactions.
Switch channels and find another show -- For younger children, hit the previous channel button to Animal Planet or "Sponge Bob" on the remote control. Go back to the game in two minutes.
Mute the TV -- Without the sound, commercials lose a lot of their impact. Use this time to talk about what's happening in the game.
"I do think that doing things like the Super Bowl can be 'family bonding' events despite the commercials," Buchanan says.
Hey, sports fans: It doesn't matter if your team wins or loses, just as long as the game is a down-to-the-wire nail-biter, with heroes to laud and villains to loathe.
Hey, sports fans: It doesn't matter if your team wins or loses, just as long as the game is a down-to-the-wire nail-biter, with heroes to laud and villains to loathe.
Super Bowl party hosts and guests are ready for some football. But they also need to get ready to fight the temptation to eat and drink too much while watching the game, an expert warns.
Super Bowl party hosts and guests are ready for some football. But they also need to get ready to fight the temptation to eat and drink too much while watching the game, an expert warns.
Double down on your football diet with these second-screen apps for turning your phone or tablet into a command center for stats, virtual gambling and even trash talk.
Double down on your football diet with these second-screen apps for turning your phone or tablet into a command center for stats, virtual gambling and even trash talk.
Super Bowl Sunday is a day of fun, football and of course, snacking. But why not splurge with alternatives that taste just as good, with less fat and calories?
Super Bowl Sunday is the second biggest eating day of the year! You can enjoy all of your favorite foods without ruining your diet by making some simple substitutions.
What's Cooking Now celebrates viewer-submitted recipes, with a different theme each week. This week's offerings feature great ways to enjoy your favorite Super Bowl party food without adding on the pounds.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:25 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:25:50 GMT
You won't want to miss the Juneteenth celebration on Saturday in Electra. A parade will kick off the Celebration starting at 10 a.m. from the old Dunbar School.
You won't want to miss the Juneteenth celebration on Saturday in Electra.
Monday, June 17 2013 2:03 PM EDT2013-06-17 18:03:43 GMT
Arbor House is hosting a motorcycle rally Saturday. It's from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. There are open categories for all bikes. The $10 entry fee will benefit Patsy's House. There will be hotdogs,
Arbor House is hosting a motorcycle rally Saturday. It's from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Monday, June 17 2013 1:54 PM EDT2013-06-17 17:54:18 GMT
The Better Business Bureau is receiving a lot of calls from consumers who sustained hail damage to their vehicles. The BBB offers the following advice: Call your insurance agent or company immediately
The Better Business Bureau is receiving a lot of calls from consumers who sustained hail damage to their vehicles. The BBB offers the following advice
Saturday, June 15 2013 12:19 PM EDT2013-06-15 16:19:30 GMT
Wichita Falls Police responded to a wild accident at the corner of Galveston and Kentucky just after 5:00 on Saturday morning, when a woman crashed a car through the side of a building.
Wichita Falls Police responded to a wild accident at the corner of Galveston and Kentucky just after 5:00 on Saturday morning, when a woman crashed a car through the side of a building.
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