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A study of nearly 2,000 children found that boys exposed to violent television content at ages 3.5 to 4.5 were more likely to ...

Parents wonder whether to set consequences for their children when they misbehave. The advent of "gentle parenting" makes this confusing.

Boys exposed to violent screen content in the preschool years were more likely to become antisocial and violent themselves a decade later, in their mid-teens, a new study shows.

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I've spent hours binge-watching teen shows that highlight the complexity of adolescence, including intense crushes, shifting ...

Studies show that setting aside just 10-15 minutes a day for an engaged interaction can make a big difference.

The gender gap in adolescent psychology was wider in gender-equal countries, with girls’ mental health overshadowed by other increased stressors.

Making sure your home provides a calm, peaceful environment is important for every single member of the family.

Good parents tend to share the same two mindsets around raising children, says child psychologist and podcast host Becky ...