Research in the field of childhood development shows that experiences and habits formed during childhood shape our lives well into adulthood. Life is like a journey where every step forward builds on ...

“My 3-year-old doesn’t seem very empathetic. Does this mean something is wrong?” “Someone told me that kids can’t 'do' empathy until age 9. Is that true?” These are examples of the types of questions ...

A unique study has thrown fascinating new light on how young children begin to understand the meaning of words. The findings by the researchers, from The University of Manchester are published in the ...

How do kids develop a sense of right and wrong? Have you ever wondered why some people stand up for what's right while others struggle to make good choices? Psychologist Lawrence Kohlberg had the same ...

Aaron Buss received funding from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. Alexis McCraw does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from ...

Experiences are our greatest teachers. They shape how we treat others, how we see the world around us, and how we view ourselves. How we view ourselves is also known as our self identity and is ...

Parents want what’s best for our children—and our current parenting culture offers an endless stream of suggestions for how to set kids up for success. Though most of this advice focuses on individual ...

Parents of young children probably recognize the hectic mornings filled with reminding the kids to eat breakfast, brush their teeth and put on their shoes—and hurry up, you're gonna be late! Subscribe ...