Intervention program for children living with autism and with no intellectual disability significantly improved their social ...

Children in low-income households face health care barriers shaped by state Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) income eligibility thresholds. Using 2016–23 National Survey of ...

When one of my now-adult kids was in middle school, I had a small epiphany about parenting. I had been haranguing him constantly about his homework and grades, which were indeed a problem. One night, ...

Outdoor play helps children learn skills, develop physical strength, and benefits mental well-being. Time outdoors can also provide an opportunity to make friends. Outdoor play comes in many forms. It ...

Parenting a child with a special need, whether a physical disability, a learning delay, an emotional challenge, or a developmental disorder, may require the acquisition of specific skills, such as ...

Early toxic stress and adverse experiences during childhood are known to have a dramatic impact on mental health. Harvard professor of psychology Steven Pinker argues that in many parts of the globe, ...

Stress in children may cause them to regress in behavior, withdraw, have heightened emotional responses, or become more fearful. Caregivers can encourage rest, fun, and positive thinking to help a ...