Psychologists say it is. In fact, they warn that certain "nice" gestures from parents and grandparents can actually cause ...

As times change, the world becomes more intense, and we all lean on the side of caution. How is this affecting children's ...

You can’t teach honesty, resilience or trust by hiding your flaws. Children model habits and that parental dishonesty ...

They navigate the delicate balance of loving unconditionally while remaining emotionally prepared to be erased from the narrative, developing subtle coping mechanisms that reveal the profound ...

While the oldest children in a family can experience problems stemming from being given too much responsibility, the youngest children can have trouble from not having been given enough, always being ...

Behind that perpetual smile lies a childhood survival strategy—one that taught you to bury the very emotions that could set ...

One of the many jobs that parents and grandparents have is to boost a child’s self-esteem with encouraging phrases (without overly praising them). This can often come in the form of a genuine ...

In an era of packed schedules, screen time, and intense focus on school readiness, many children are playing less than in previous generations, which harms development.

Experts on adolescent psychiatry and psychology say it’s important to have open and continuous discussion with kids about their use of artificial intelligence and AI chatbots. Parents should set ...

As a clinical psychologist, Dr. Kirby, provides comprehensive psychological services in a caring and supportive practice environment. Dr. Kirby specializes in treating children, adolescents, and ...