Child Psychology
'The Parenting Questions I'm Asked Most As a Child Therapist'
I have learnt that whether you are a biological, adoptive, step or foster parent, raising a child is challenging and overwhelming for all of us.
'The Top 5 Questions I Get Asked As A Child Psychologist'
I have found that there are a number of common questions that are asked over and over again by parents, professionals and young people alike.
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AMPLIFY - ParentingIs the Internet Harming the Mental Health of Children?
The Internet is a double-edged sword. Using parenting controls keeps children safe and protected from the many damaging content on the internet.
Cholesterol at Birth Could Predict Later Psychological Health, Study Finds
A new study has found that the amount of "good" and "bad" cholesterol present in a baby's blood at birth could influence psychological development.
Gay, Lesbian and Heterosexual Parents Compared in Study
Growing evidence suggests same-sex and different-sex parents are equally successful at raising children.
Study: Gen Z Kids Have Better Self-Control Than Gen X
Technology could have helped children develop self-control, researchers evaluating the "marshmallow test" believe.
Columbine: Psychologist Remembers School Shooting
"School should not be a place where we have to worry about our kids getting killed. The more I see things like Parkland, I do get frustrated and feel sad that I failed."
Siblings Make You More Empathic
In a new study, we were able to remove the influence of parents.
The Lifelong Consequences of Spanking
Corporal punishment, such as spanking or hitting your children, could have psychological consequences.
Why Do Young Boys Think They're Smarter Than Girls?
Almost 40 percent of American fourth-grade boys think boys are inherently more intelligent.
Why Children Bear the Brunt of Trump's America
Since Trump's election in November 2016, medical professionals across the country have observed an uptick in agitation and anxiety among young patients.
Children's Jokes Tell a Lot About Their Mental Health
Children using self-defeating humor at the beginning of the school year were more likely to experience an increase in loneliness and symptoms of depression.
Psychologists Warn Belief in Santa Could Harm Children
The issue could become the 'final straw' when relationships are vulnerable, experts said.
Advice to Pro-Clinton Parents on Talking about Trump
"Someone who epitomizes everything we taught them not to be is the next leader of the free world."
How Should Parents Help Their Bullied Children?
Here are five ways to help your child if they are being bullied at school.
The Rise of the 'Gaming for Good' Movement
New games are designed to improve children's sociability, schoolwork and overall behavior.
Can a Child Be a Psychopath?
The difference between a troubled child growing up into an adult psychopath or a responsible member of society.
Deep Emotional Scars for Child Survivors of War in Gaza
"But why do we go to school and study? We will only be killed in the next war."