New research suggests that the way brain networks reorganize moment-to-moment predicts autism severity. Children who spent ...

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Being a hands on parent and teaching your kids about bullying can help them deal with bullying. Here are some cartoons that ...

A reader faults her husband’s relatives for not teaching their young children any English, which she worries may make for an awkward holiday visit.

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“Shopping for others is a way for them to understand the thought, budgeting and effort that goes into gift-giving, and may ...

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When Maya entered our preschool program at age 3, she struggled not only with academics — identifying colors, shapes and ...

Understanding dog body language can help prevent misunderstandings and build trust. This guide explains common canine signals and what they reveal about comfort, stress, and communication.

A growing number of medical experts and law enforcement officials are reversing testimony that put parents behind bars. But ...

In fact, when children talk to toys, they are using their imagination. They give toys emotions, voices, and identities, just like humans. Parents often witness their young children interacting with ...