When children are praised for their hard work and dedication, they are more likely to develop a growth mindset, believing that abilities can be improved through perseverance. “We cannot make our ...

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 ...

Praise and rewards can be an effective way to change kids' behavior for the better. Here's how to use them. Reviewed by Nicole Amoyal Pensak, PhD When your child misbehaves, rewards might be the last ...

Parental stress continues to rise, but what's weighing on moms and dads today is largely the mental health of their children. A new national survey conducted by Ipsos on behalf of The Kids Mental ...

There are two groups of medications a doctor may prescribe for a child with ADHD. These include stimulants and nonstimulants. A doctor may recommend a combination of medications and behavioral ...

Research by ADHD pioneer William E. Pelham, Jr., who passed away last year, found that behavioral therapy—when used first—was less expensive and more effective than medication in treating children ...