Working with families, communities, schools and healthcare providers to translate research findings into action

Center for Child Health, Behavior and Development

Our center brings together a diverse and talented group of research scientists with different backgrounds with a singular purpose: to work collaboratively to address major issues that affect the health of children everywhere.

About Us

About CCHBD

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.

Our Research Programs

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.

Meet Our Members

The Center for Child Health, Behavior and Development is home to multidisciplinary research scientists focused on the goal of improving the well-being of children worldwide. Meet our members.

Featured Research

Q&A: Prenatal Acetaminophen Use and ADHD

Researchers identify placental correlations between the use of acetaminophen in pregnant persons and potential diagnosis of ADHD in childhood.

Dr. Eric Coon Awarded $7 million by PCORI

Dr. Eric Coon and collaborators awarded funding by Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute for I-DECIDE study, examining post-hospitalization follow up for children with bronchiolitis.

Research Finds New Insights Into Teen Smartphone Use

Dr. Dimitri Christakis publishes new findings into teen smartphone use, shedding light on what teens are doing on their phones during school hours.

Detecting Unseen Suicide Risks Among Asian American Youth

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

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Help us answer questions about childhood health and illness, and help other children in the future.

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Center for Child Health, Behavior and Development

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Physical Address

1920 Terry Ave.
Seattle, WA 98101

Mailing Address

M/S CURE-03
PO Box 5371
Seattle, WA 98145-5005