Every child has big emotions sometimes. But there is a difference between ordinary emotional intensity and big emotions that are happening too frequently, too intensely,
In the middle of a meltdown or emotional explosion, the least useful things to do are: lecture, reason, punish, or try to solve the problem
Patience and consistency are essential when a child has big emotional reactions. But patience alone is not always enough. There are signs that the situation
Behavior is how children and teenagers communicate what they cannot always say in words. When a child’s behavior changes in ways that are noticeable and
When a child’s behavior has changed in concerning ways, the response that feels most natural — addressing the behavior directly, applying consequences, demanding explanations —
No parenting manual prepares you for this. Whatever you imagined when you were expecting a child — the challenges you anticipated, the fears you rehearsed
The relationship between social media and adolescent mental health is one of the most studied and most debated topics in contemporary psychology. The evidence is
Discovering that your child has been self-harming — finding cuts or burns on their skin, or being told directly — is one of the most
When a child or teenager is struggling with suicidal thoughts, one of the most powerful and concrete actions a parent can take is also one
One of the most common mistakes parents make when a child is struggling with mental health is waiting too long before seeking professional support. The
