Not all screen time is created equal, and how kids spend it, whether creatively or passively, can make all the difference. According to the National Crime Victimization Survey, in 2022, 21.6% of ...

Helping your kid brainstorm mental health activities is a great way to support their well-being. They can try journaling, getting some exercise, listening to music, and making a self-care chart. Kids ...

Children don't learn calm from what they're told — they learn it from what they watch. Here are three everyday behaviors ...

When life gets challenging—whether due to a family illness or troubling news online—helping kids express their emotions can feel overwhelming. Learn practical, age-appropriate strategies from Friends ...

Parents who regularly give cash to their adult children or pay their bills could compromise their own financial goals, like retirement. There are ways to help adult children financially without giving ...

Every child can build and practice self-management skills at home, in school, or in an early learning program. Some neurodivergent children, including those with autism and ADHD, may need extra ...

Anjali sat at the kitchen table in front of a blank piece of paper. She sat, and sat, and sat. Then she got up from the table and walked away. The unfinished task? A Valentine’s card for her ...

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in children. The rates of children with anxiety have been growing dramatically. In 2021, a meta-analysis (translation: a study that combines ...

As a growing number of American parents are giving their kids melatonin to help them fall asleep, some experts are warning of potential risks. Nearly half (46%) of parents in the U.S. have given ...