The Florida Department of Children and Families is one step closer to getting $3.3 million for a four-year foster care pilot program and recruitment of child abuse investigators. State Senators ...

A new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2024 annual meeting found that it is common for foster caregivers to give melatonin to their child, and these children who have taken melatonin have worse ...

When foster youth act out, whether through tantrums, withdrawal, or defiance, society too often labels them as “problem kids.” Teachers may see them as disruptive, caregivers describe them as ...

There's been a decline in the number of licensed foster homes across the U.S. For example, in the past five years, Nevada lost 40% of its licensed foster homes. South Carolina lost 60%. And of ...

I entered the foster care system at a young age, moving many times. My experience was nothing short of a nightmare. I was told that no one loved or wanted me. Without the nurturing environment and ...

The L. Richardson Preyer Building in Greensboro, North Carolina. The courthouse sees Middle District court cases. (Sydney Haulenbeek/Courthouse News) RALEIGH, N.C. (CN) — Children in foster care filed ...

Harsh parenting practices, not genetics, are linked to higher levels of behavior problems in children, according to a new study. Harsh parenting practices, not genetics, are linked to higher levels of ...

More than 100 Michigan children per year who have been taken away from their families for abuse or neglect have to spend nights sleeping in short-term shelters or even in state department lobbies when ...

Any parent will tell you that raising a child isn't easy. While the experience can be filled with joy and love and fulfillment, emotional, financial and marital stress will present challenges to any ...