Sometimes things that seem off to parents about their child's behavior are developmentally appropriate. Find out what's typical, and when it's time to get help.

A consistent bedtime may be more important to a child's ability to control their emotions and behavior than the duration or quality of their sleep, according to a new publication. Sleep can affect a ...

Parenting styles have become a major focus in child development research, especially as we learn more about their lasting impact on children's behavior and emotional well-being. Ongoing research ...

A good number of adult clients I’ve seen in therapy over the years were called selfish as children. That early label seems to be so sticky, it haunts people who received it even many decades ago.

Most parents want their darling children to behave perfectly at all times. A 'good kid' will grow up to be a good adult, right? Actually, no. Well-behaved children can become selfish adults, too. So ...

In his autobiography Confessions, the North African theologian and philosopher Augustine of Hippo looks back at his early childhood. He recalls the time when he stole an enormous quantity of pears, ...

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Sleep can affect a child’s attitude and behavior, as many parents can attest, but a consistent bedtime may be more influential than sleep quality or duration, according to a new ...