Researchers have identified some behaviours that make it more likely that a child will be rejected by his or her classmates.
Read MorePsychologists talk about fitting in, belonging, rejection, and cliques.
Read MoreResearchers report that girls are more likely to remain victims of bullying than boys.
Read MorePsychologists talk about recent research, including: individual sports and self-esteem, maternal stress and children with disabilities, and the parental role in boys' body image concerns.
Read MoreAutistic kids are increasingly being placed in general education classes. What do parents need to know about school programs?
Read MoreThe difficulties of autistic kids vary widely - some clinicians have adopted a broad approach to address their needs.
Read MorePsychologists speak with Dr. Gillian Graham Bevan, a psychologist whose son has autism.
Read MoreHigh school students have to memorize a lot of information. What memory strategies are most effective?
Read MoreThere are lots of things we want our kids to remember, but there's no "one size fits all" trick for memory. Here are some tools for parents to help them find the strategies that work best.
Read MorePsychologists interview Dr. Elizabeth Loftus, author of Eyewitness Testimony, about the reliability of memory.
Read MoreBoys as well as girls feel the impact of the media on body image, but boys may turn to steroid use. How can parents reduce this effect?
Read MorePsychologists talk about kids' body image, and how parents can help children to become satisfied with their appearance.
Read MoreKids seem to be affected by body image messages at younger ages. Here are some ideas for parents.
Read MoreIt's hard for noncustodial parents to stay in contact with their kids, but it's possible to maintain a relationship.
Read MoreRecent news reports that spanking lowers IQ are a bit misleading. What does the research actually say about the effect of corporal punishment?
Read MorePsychologists talk about the effects of maternal depression, myths about Viagra, and homework.
Read MorePlaying sports is valuable for many reasons. But how do shy kids benefit from playing on a team?
Read MoreWe know that participation in sports has benefits for kids - but new research shows that it affects parents, too.
Read MorePsychologists talk about the impact of sports on child development, and whether competition is OK.
Read MoreMany grandparents provide both practical and emotional support to parents. How does that affect parental stress?
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