Center for Child Health, Behavior and Development

Our multidisciplinary team of research scientists are making advances in a broad range of areas related to child health. Learn more about who we are and what we strive to accomplish.

Discover how our researchers are working toward the next generation of discovery, prevention and cures for issues that affect the mental and physical health of children globally.

Research led by Dr. Anthony L. Bui finds suicide risk disparities amongst Asian American youth and young adults.

Dr. Pooja Tandon and colleagues, on behalf of the King County Play Equity Coalition’s Advocacy Action Team, see new equitable recess law pass in Washington, which outline and require school recess best practices.

Researchers uncover links between higher exposures to phthalates, a certain class of chemicals, and a diet heavy in ultra-processed and fast food during pregnancy, which could be detrimental for both the parent and child.

Dr. Teresa Ward shares about her research in sleep health and tips to debunk common myths around bedtime.