Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

It is so easy to interpret our child's misbehavior as intentional defiance. I encourage you to change your mentality and view misbehavior as an expression of an overwhelmed brain.

AMES, Iowa – Most parents will admit that talking with a teenage child is difficult at times. It is even more challenging when parents and children don’t speak the same language fluently – a reality ...

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

Editor’s note: Kara Alaimo is an associate professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her book “Over the Influence: Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How We Can Take ...

Parenting is tough. If you have ever responded to your child’s inappropriate behavior or actions in a way that has left you feeling less than awesome, I guarantee you are not alone. Researchers have ...

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — In a bold move to curb juvenile delinquency, Gloucester Township in New Jersey has enacted an ordinance that could see parents facing legal consequences for their ...

His boys have different mothers; I raised one and helped with the younger one. As soon as the younger one became an adult, ...

Dear Eric: I belong to an organization that raises money for the less fortunate. Recently, I hosted an event to raise funds for children with disabilities. One of my guests acted very rudely toward my ...