
Summer Learning Loss Happens, but Kids Quickly Recover
During the summer, kids can forget some of what they learned during the school year. They recover quickly, but here are some tips to stem the slide
Summer Learning Loss Happens, but Kids Quickly Recover
During the summer, kids can forget some of what they learned during the school year. They recover quickly, but here are some tips to stem the slide
Use Summer Break to Build Closer Bonds with Your Children
The kids are out of school, and some of the pressures may be off. Here’s how you can further connect with them to make next year a little easier
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What I Wish Parents Knew about Social Media
I study social media for a living. Here’s what parents need to know so that kids can use it safely and productively
Kids See a Lot More Misinformation Than We Think
Thanks to faulty artificial intelligence, deepfakes and plain bad actors, children encounter a lot on the Internet that isn’t true. Here’s how to help them spot it
Scientific Strategies to Help Kids Meet the Challenges of a Cruel World
Research has shown ways parents can help children cope with the stressors of modern life
What to Do If Your Child Is the Bully
It can be difficult to accept that your child may be bullying others, but the way parents respond can help minimize any damage
Ways To Cope When Your Child Gets A Life-Altering Diagnosis
Parents often struggle with the news that their child has a major health issue. Learning how to manage new routines and expectations is key to everyone’s happiness
Why Narcissists Emerge as Leaders Even in Childhood
Many children choose to follow peers with more narcissistic tendencies—and self-esteem may be part of the complex power dynamics involved
Keeping Kids Interested in Science Is a Matter of Language
As children get older, their understanding of science and being a scientist changes. The words adults use are a critical part of keeping them engaged in discovery
How to Talk about Vaccines in an Era of Scientific Mistrust
Spillover from the politicization of the COVID pandemic has eroded vaccine confidence, but everyday people can play a role in building it back up
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Loud Snoring in Kids
Snoring indicates oxygen reduction, but a variety of treatments can restore healthy airflow
Letting Kids Fail Is Crucial
Our instinct is to protect our kids from failure. But learning from failure is an important life skill that can’t be overlooked