We moved across the country shortly before my oldest child entered first grade. As she waited at the bus stop on the first day of school, another child walked up and said, “Do you want to sit with me ...

Wildfires don’t just leave behind physical damage. For some children, the emotional impact from evacuation, loss of a home, or disrupted routines can linger long after the fire is out, especially if ...

I’ve seen time and again how struggling adult children express their needs in ways that are easy to miss—or misinterpret. While they may not immediately say, “I need help,” their words often carry ...

When a child breaks a major rule, hurts someone, or commits a significant infraction, most parents feel compelled to give a consequence. They often ask me, “What’s an appropriate punishment for what ...

“How do I get my kid to know no means no, and it’s not an opportunity to ask again or talk me into the situation?” asked a frustrated parent on an online support group for parents of kids with ADHD.

Middle school has a reputation of being the toughest age for parents. The growing desire for independence and increased importance of social dynamics—coupled with major hormonal changes—makes this ...

Starting kindergarten is a huge milestone. It’s often the first time a child has been away from their parents for an extended amount of time. Even if they have previously spent time in a childcare ...

Is it ever okay—or at least, understandable—for one child to bully another? I spend a lot of time speaking to parent groups and students about bullying, and it’s common for parents to approach me ...