Eleanor Dearman

Julie Lythcott-Haims, former freshman dean at Stanford University, and Jessica Lahey, middle school teacher and writer, have recently published books with similarly instructive messages to modern parents: back off.

Neuroscientists from Northwestern University have released the results of a study of 40 low-income high school students, suggesting two to three hours of band class per week led to measurable cognitive improvements.

Forty-six states have introduced varied legislation this year to protect students’ personal data from unauthorized or predatory collectors.

Comparing student achievement data across states remains impossible, even though it was a fundamental goal of the Common Core initiative.

New Nevada legislation allows parents to apply for state funds to pay for home schooling or private school tuition expenses.

Of patients diagnosed with Stage 0 breast cancer every year, many who opt for lumpectomies or mastectomies do not see improved outcomes.

A major expansion in the Fort Worth medical district was unveiled with a $25 million gift from oilman W.A. “Tex’’ Moncrief Jr.

A new study finds that regular aerobic exercise may help the roughly 10 percent of patients with depression who have trouble staying awake and alert during the day, even when they didn’t respond to regular anti-depressants.