Parents' responses to emotions create the foundation for how children understand and express their own feelings. When parents respond with warmth and understanding, children learn that emotions are ...

In a young child’s mind, the concepts of time, talent and money can be pretty tricky. “We use symbols in early childhood all the time,” said Bradford Wiles, a child development specialist with K-State ...

Ten years ago, Profs. Ariel Kalil and Susan Mayer co-founded the Behavioral Insights and Parenting (BIP) Lab at the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy to better understand the ...

Parenting can be one of life's most rewarding yet challenging roles, and getting the balance between guidance, empathy and structure is no easy feat. A program that promises to build healthy family ...

Growing up doesn't mean growing apart, but it does change how parents and adult children relate to each other. Many parents struggle to adjust their approach as their children mature, leading to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Neil Sahota is a globally sought after speaker and business advisor. In the tapestry of family life, communication is the thread ...

Did you know babies can get depressed? Andria Goss, associate vice president of clinical and community services at the Erikson Institute, a graduate school for social work, early childhood education ...

When our children err, we have a responsibility to respond in a way that meets a developmental need. Yet when my daughters freak out, I freak out. As a therapist, I love to say that to the extent that ...

Being raised by a narcissistic parent can profoundly impact a person’s psychological development and leave them vulnerable to emotional scars. Growing up in a narcissistic household typically means ...