When your child misbehaves, rewards might be the last thing on your mind. But positive reinforcement can be one of the most effective behavior modification techniques parents can use. Positive ...

A third-grade teacher was left beaming after her pupils made the most heartwarming of picks for a whole class reward. Maren Hanson told Newsweek: "They make questionable choices, yes. They might be ...

Parental playfulness is defined in research as “the degree of creativity and curiosity parents exhibit when interacting in play with their children.” In other words, it is how “fun” a parent is with ...

The communication skills parents instill in their children isn't just crafted by how they speak to each other, but how they communicate with everyone, modeling social interactions and self-awareness.

Spotting sociopathic behavior in children early can make a real difference in helping them—and their families—get the right support. While experts caution against labeling a child as a “sociopath,” ...

Common games can support children's development if played the right way. Source: RDNE Stock Project / Pexels Building impulse control and communication skills can be fun. And many families probably ...

Authoritative parents provide a healthy balance of structure and support. Learn what makes this parenting style effective and ...

A parent whose daughter plays high school basketball recently reached out to me. This person had revisited my October 2023 article on the troubling conduct of parents at youth and high school games.