Communication between parent and child can be a tricky thing, especially as children become older and have opinions of their ...

A spoiled kid is one who thinks and acts like the world revolves around them. They’re used to getting what they want, when ...

Disapproving of your children's friends in an effort to curb their bad behavior can have an adverse effect, according to research. The newly released study, published in The Journal of Child ...

For a toddler, getting attention from a parent — even one who's yelling and getting upset — can reinforce a behavior just as ...

When children struggle—whether through tantrums, withdrawal, aggression, or inattention—adults often rush to interpret the behavior. We diagnose, label, or frame ...

Relationships between parents and their adult children can be complicated, as each person has expectations for a certain type of treatment and care. While parents are obligated to care for their kids ...

A recent study looked into the long-standing debate surrounding the impact of spanking on child development. The study, published in the Marriage & Family Review, revealed that the punishment may not ...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - When children act out more than occasionally -- the first step to dealing with problem behavior is to find out what’s behind it. To offer some tips for dealing with negative ...

Discipline involves teaching your child ways to behave, follow rules, and learn self-control. Abuse isn’t discipline but rather actions that harm a child. Learn the difference and where to find help.

When I was pregnant I learned about gentle parenting. As my child grew, I realized it wasn't working and that I needed to change how I parented him.