Emotional Development

"Real men don't cry" is part of a larger lie about men and emotions, which could inhibit healthy emotional development in your son.

If your girl is a tomboy, learn to appreciate and affirm her choice.

Find tips for helping your preschooler deal with the death of a parent or close family member.

How to explain death and violence to preschoolers in young children in a healthy way that can help their anxiety and fear about dying.

When your dog passes, know that he is going to a good place.

It's important to be realistic in your expectations and goals for your child.

Learn how to help a child become more outgoing.

It's important to let kids learn to negotiate, even if it sometimes means bending the rules.

Children lack the appropriate skills for coping with guilt. They often begin to act out when they feel they've caused some harm to befall a parent, .

Adolescents are especially at risk when they have experienced the loss of someone dear to them.

It is okay for a boy to cry. Twelve-year-olds are still very much children and because they are entering puberty, they will often cry easily.

When a child is discouraged by not being the best in her class, it is helpful to find the source of her need to be the best.

What should you do when an independent child suddenly turns clingy?

Don't overreact if your young child seems to be exhibiting non-traditional gender traits.

A child with several unfounded fears may simply be trying to get attention.

Learn how you can help your school assess a child who is recovering from trauma.

Find out how to help a child who gets nervous about school to the point of nausea.

Find out what to do when your child is academically proficient but socially and emotionally deficient.