The Mood Meter: a tool for developing greater self-awareness and awareness of others
Have you ever made a decision you regret? Have you ever responded to your child in a clearly unhelpful manner?
Is it normal for your preschooler to hurt animals?
When a young child hurts animals, the big question is: was it accidental or intentional?
Is your preschooler's biting and hitting normal?
Here's what's going on when your preschooler bites and hits 鈥� and how to make it stop.
My child did what?!? Is that normal?
Little ones do things that make parents wonder 鈥� and worry! From biting to hiding things, our guide will help you understand the oddball behaviors of the preschool set.
How social media fuels kids' desire for fame
How often your child updates her profile, tags pictures, and talks on her cell matters 鈥� unless you鈥檙e raising the next Taylor Swift (in which case, carry on).
Emily Bazelon's three types of bullies
The bullies our kids deal with are different than the sort of bullies we confronted growing up, says Sticks and Stones author Emily Bazelon.
Been caught sexting
Her teenage son is a great kid. He also sends racy text messages. Is this just a sign of the times, or is he a virtual philanderer? One mom shares her strategy for dealing with sexting.
Teaching kids compassion
Show children the value of empathy by volunteering as a family, donating old toys, or trying any of these reader-tested solutions.
Bullyproof your child: 8 key ideas
In our latest #emotionalsmarts Google+ Hangout, experts Emily Bazelon and Maurice Elias discussed bullying and identified 8 things all parents should know.
Is there a bullying epidemic?
Author Emily Bazelon talks about her new book -- and what kids, parents, and schools can do to put an end to bullying.
How stress affects your child
Research suggests that children are affected by stress in surprising ways.
Meditation vs. homework
One teacher's radical approach to homework has science on its side.
Bruce Feiler on happy families
After a terrible summer trip, a 21st-century dad realizes happy families don鈥檛 just happen, they're made. Best-selling author Bruce Feiler shares what he learned.
One scary movie you might want your child to see
The documentary Bully captures what鈥檚 really going on in schools: rampant bullying and the utter failure of adults to stop it.
Christine Carter on "Do you think I'm beautiful?"
What should you say when your children ask about their physical appearance? 樱桃视频 expert Christine Carter has a smart, thoughtful answer.
Angry children, worried parents: Helping families manage difficult emotions
Get expert advice on helping your child find more appropriate and effective ways to express anger.
Learning disabilities and sibling issues
Siblings of kids with learning disabilities sometimes feel pushed into the background at home. Here's how to balance the needs of your child with LD and your other kids.
Can changing my behavior toward my child improve our relationship?
Are you stuck in a cycle of negative interactions with your child? An expert tells you how to give up those negative scripts and forge a more positive relationship.
House rules on drugs and alcohol
When do parents start talking about it, and what are their rules? Are drunk pickups, no questions asked, a good idea? See how these parents handle tough scenarios.
Moving in tough times
A moving survival guide for families relocating in tough times.
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