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• Guardian Scholars to help at-risk teens enter college

  Foster care teens unfortunately do not enjoy some of the same benefits as children living with their parents, including all-important guidance with their college preparations. more...

• Teen fathers at risk of receiving limited education

  A new study from Economic Inquiry reveals that teenagers who become fathers are at an increased risk of dropping out of school. more...

• Breastfeeding linked to future academic success for children, study says

  A new study reveals that as few as four weeks of breastfeeding for a newborn baby can contribute to their academic achievement during adolescence. more...

• Smell at home linked to student achievement, survey says

  Many past studies have examined a variety of factors that contribute to academic underachievement among children. However, a new study reveals a potential new cause: smell. more...

• Young child's diet could affect IQ later in life, study finds

  A new study reveals that young children who have diets that are high in fat, sugar and processed foods may be more likely to struggle in school than kids who have healthier eating habits. more...

• Study: Genetics play an important role in academic performance

  Millions of students drop out of high school every year, and many more struggle to pass their classes. Although a lot of the blame has been directed at lackluster education programs, a new study reveals that genetics have a significant impact on student achievement. more...

• New study examines brain activity associated with sleep apnea

  Some children who suffer from sleep apnea struggle with their academics because they are restless and inattentive during the day. In addition, kids who have trouble sleeping may also develop behavioral and emotional problems, such as irritability or depression. more...

• Eating less during early pregnancy can inhibit child's brain development, study says

  Pregnant women who go on a diet early in their pregnancy may increase the risk of their child encountering developmental or behavioral problems, a new study reveals. more...

• Study: Anxious students can improve grades by writing down fears

  A new study by University of Chicago researchers reveals that anxious students who write about what causes them fear may improve their test scores. The report, which appears in the journal Science, examined the effects of expressive writing among individuals who are worried or depressed. more...