Child Psychology

Two psychologists have highlighted the importance of parents speaking to their children about the school shooting and how to handle it.

The "terrible twos" can be confusing and distressing for parents. Here, child psychologists explain why toddlers hit and bite and what to do about it.

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.

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.

Summer is a time for vacation and fun, and with HOMER, you can take thousands of stories and reading activities wherever you go!

The Internet is a double-edged sword. Using parenting controls keeps children safe and protected from the many damaging content on the internet.

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.

Growing evidence suggests same-sex and different-sex parents are equally successful at raising children.

Technology could have helped children develop self-control, researchers evaluating the "marshmallow test" believe.

"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."

In a new study, we were able to remove the influence of parents.

Corporal punishment, such as spanking or hitting your children, could have psychological consequences.

Almost 40 percent of American fourth-grade boys think boys are inherently more intelligent.

Since Trump's election in November 2016, medical professionals across the country have observed an uptick in agitation and anxiety among young patients.

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.

The issue could become the 'final straw' when relationships are vulnerable, experts said.

"Someone who epitomizes everything we taught them not to be is the next leader of the free world."

Here are five ways to help your child if they are being bullied at school.

New games are designed to improve children's sociability, schoolwork and overall behavior.

The difference between a troubled child growing up into an adult psychopath or a responsible member of society.

"But why do we go to school and study? We will only be killed in the next war."