Is your child's lying and stealing a sign of a life of crime?
A little one who lies and steals may seem destined for a life of crime, but both behaviors are far less alarming when viewed through a child development lens.
When your child wails, "Mama, don't leave!"
Pre¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµers can be confident and independent one moment, then clingy and shy (or slow to warm) at transition time. What's going on — and is it normal?
Is it normal for your pre¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµer to hurt animals?
When a young child hurts animals, the big question is: was it accidental or intentional?
Is your pre¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµer's biting and hitting normal?
Here's what's going on when your pre¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµer bites and hits — and how to make it stop.
Is your pre¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµer good at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµâ€¦ but not at home?
Your pre¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµer’s behavior changes in different situations. For example, he behaves well all day at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ, then turns on the bad behavior at home. Is this normal?
My child did what?!? Is that normal?
Little ones do things that make parents wonder — and worry! From biting to hiding things, our guide will help you understand the oddball behaviors of the pre¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ set.
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.
Teach your children respect
It's up to parents to teach children to treat others with courtesy, says Harvard psychologist Richard Weissbourd.
Erica Reischer on "I hate you!"
Is it time for a stern lecture or a time-out? Neither. Parent coach and psychologist Erica Reischer says by taking this approach, you'll get beyond these three ugly words.
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