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Will Halloween Candy Cause My Child to Misbehave?

Joseph Raiker Ph.D. on October 13, 2020

As Halloween quickly approaches, many parents are asking: Will sugary treats make my child's behavior difficult to manage? Science can go a long way in helping us answer this.

As Halloween quickly approaches, many parents are asking: Will sugary treats make my child's behavior difficult to manage? Science can go a long way in helping us answer this.