The 5 Worst Ways to Apologize
These common apology mistakes can hurt your relationship.
Read More5 Friendship Skills Your Child May Have Forgotten
After a year of living remotely, children may have forgotten a lot about getting along with peers. Here’s an overview of five essential friendship skills.
Read More6 Types of Friendship Breakups
Children’s friendships end for many reasons. Here are some of the main types of breakups.
Read MoreWhen Friends Have Different Family Rules for COVID-19
Differences in families’ pandemic rules create friendship challenges for kids. Here’s a way to understand those differences.
Read MoreBecoming Brave: Help Your Child Move Past Fear
Bravery doesn’t mean fearlessness. It means doing something even though we’re scared. To become brave, children need to learn to tolerate feeling scared and not let fear hold them back.
Read MoreThe Danger of Telling Kids “Do Your Best”
Some kids hear “Do your best” messages as “Do the best job you can possibly imagine!” Here are some problems with that message and an alternative.
Read MoreWhy Grit Is Overrated
Promoting grit as a key to success raises both practical and philosophical concerns.
Read MoreHandling Political Disagreements in the Family
It’s tempting to steer clear of political topics with loved ones who have different views, but these conversations are possible and can even be useful.
Read MoreIs Your Child a Good Friend?
It takes effort and practice for children to learn how to be a good friend.
Read MoreFinding a Less Awkward Socially-Distant Greeting
There’s an awkwardness to greeting people we care about in a socially distant way. Here are some alternatives.
Read MoreTop 5 Parent Concerns about Kids Wearing Masks
Having to make their children wear masks worries many parents. Here are five top concerns and ways to address them.
Read MoreTop 5 Texting Mistakes Kids Make
By talking about some of the common texting pitfalls, you may be able to help your kid avoid them.
Read MoreHelping Lonely Children During the Coronavirus Pandemic
After months of social distancing, many kids are feeling very, very lonely. Here are some ideas to help your child feel more connected.
Read MoreHow to Love the Ones You’re with During Coronavirus
We love our families, but constant confinement puts a strain on everyone’s nerves. Here are some ways to get along during coronavirus.
Read MoreHow to Help Kids Talk About Feelings
Children often struggle to be able to talk about how they’re feeling. Here’s a simple technique to help them find the words they need.
Read MoreCoping with Worries About the Coronavirus
The headlines are scary. The uncertainty is worse. How can you manage your anxiety about the coronavirus?
Read MoreWhen Your Child Hates Compliments
Reasons why receiving a compliment feels so uncomfortable for some kids and possible solutions.
Read MoreWhat is Psychologists’ Favorite Word?
One small word encompasses a big shift in thinking that can help people become unstuck. Learn about the power of this simple word.
Read MoreIs Your Child Addicted to Screens?
How can you tell if your child’s screen use is a problem? What can you do to help your child be smart about online activity?
Read MoreWhen Your Child’s Best Friend is “Stolen”
For children, the feelings of jealousy and betrayal when a close friend starts spending time with someone else can be as intense as those of teens or adults coping with infidelity.
Read More3 Levels of Stress Management
Stress is like a river with three waterfalls, representing three levels at which we can intervene. In general, the higher up-stream we address stress, the easier it is to handle.
Read MoreNot All Homework Help is Helpful
Battles over correcting homework may cause more harm than good. Here are better ways to help your child with homework.
Read MoreWhen You Don’t Like Your Child’s Friend
You may be tempted to forbid your child from hanging out with a friend you don’t like, but there are other options that can help your child learn about navigating relationships.
Read MoreOverstepping Boundaries: When Your Kid Comes On Too Strong
Some children struggle socially because they frequently overstep personal boundaries, angering peers. Being aware of common boundary violations can help children avoid them.
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