Mistakes are an inescapable part of life. This is especially true during childhood—where kids make most use of trial and error to learn the ways of life. Almost ...

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 ...

Children who have a secure attachment are confident, resilient, and emotionally intelligent. Here, mental health experts ...

Most people have encountered parents who have pretty 'unconventional' methods of raising their kids. From refusing to buy necessary items like a winter coat to slapping their kid's hands away from ...

Discover how the holiday season can be the perfect opportunity for parents to teach their children about money management. Learn practical tips from financial expert Nasia Seyuba on instilling healthy ...

While depression can make things feel hopeless, having loving support from family can really make a difference. One of the most meaningful parts of being a parent to an adult child may be watching ...

Another school shooting has unfolded, this time in Minnesota, as a new school year gets underway in many towns and cities across the United States. Two children -- an 8-year-old and a 10-year-old -- ...

When your child has a fever, it can be difficult to determine whether it is serious enough to see a pediatrician. Cindy Gellner, MD, goes over some myths and facts about fevers in children and infants ...