Kids
Punishment by ExampleShould children who break the rules be held up as examples for the rest of the school?Family Life
Rivalry Between SistersSibling rivalry is at its worst when the younger child outshines the older sibling.Kids
ADHD: Teacher vs. Doctor DiagnosisA teacher's diagnosis can be taken as a suggestion to look into attention-span problems, but only a doctor can say for sure.Kids
Diagnostic Testing by StateRegulations vary from state to state with regard to diagnostic testing for learning disabilities.School and Learning
Reversing Negative Academic TrendsWhen a child's aptitude in a particular subject is declining, you can take steps to reverse the trend.Kids
The Cognitive Abilities TestLearn about the Cognitive Abilities Test.Toddlers
Gifted Boy Lacks Fine Motor SkillsIt is very possible to have a gifted child who is verbally/linguistically gifted, but delayed in fine motor skill development.School and Learning
Gifted Child Stopped Doing HomeworkFind out what to do when your child takes a "homework vacation."Kids
Gifted, Anxious, and DepressedA mother seeks advice on how to help her gifted child deal with depression and anxiety.Kids
When Sexual Abuse Is SuspectedA relative who suspects sexual abuse in the family seeks advice.Kids
Basketball Coach Won't Let Boy PlayWhat can a parent do when the basketball coach won't let all members of the team play?Teens
Father Finds Evidence of DrinkingWhat is the best way to deal with your son after you find evidence of drinking?Teens
Teen Wonders When to Move OutOur expert applauds a teen's efforts to seek independence and not to become complacent about living with his parents.School and Learning
Confidence Problem or Learning Disability?Testing may be required to determine the cause of your child's reading problems.School and Learning
Active Six-Year-Old Won't Pay AttentionPerhaps the curriculum or method you're using is not the best one for your child. If she is an active, hands-on learner and you are relying on textbook learning, you're going to run into problems.School and Learning
Does Homeschooling Improve Parent-Child Relationships?Homeschooling seems to remove many of the stumbling blocks that traditionally schooled parents and kids encounter. With no pressure to conform or fit in, there is also no need for rebellion.
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