Decades of research show that early psychosocial stress, including chronic exposure to adversity, can shape how a child's brain develops, with effects that last well beyond childhood. But families ...

Temper tantrums are a hallmark of early childhood, often leaving parents bewildered and searching for answers. While these emotional outbursts are a normal part of development, understanding their ...

North Carolina State University professor Toby L. Parcel discusses how school and family life affects child development during the 17th annual Marjorie Pay Hinckley lecture. (BYU College of Family, ...

According to a 2021 survey by the Human-Animal Bond Research Institute, 87% of pet owners have experienced improvements in their mental health due to having a companion animal. I have certainly felt ...