A Concordia University study reveals that parents of children with behavioral issues, such as aggression or hyperactivity, exhibit lower heart rate variability (HRV), indicating reduced self-regulation capacity. The research, involving 80 couples with preschool-aged children, found that this association is particularly pronounced in fathers, especially when combined with marital stress. Higher HRV is associated with better stress adaptation and emotional regulation, suggesting that both child behavior and relationship dynamics play significant roles in parental well-being.

New longitudinal research reveals that severe stress caused by changes in family structure like divorce or separation experienced during the first year of life may triple the risk of developing psoriasis later in life. The results of the study in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, published by Elsevier, emphasize the need to protect young children from stressful life factors that threaten their security and emotional well-being.