A new category of sexual behaviors has emerged, where children and youth may be too young to be criminalized, yet their behaviors are serious enough that action needs to be taken. Sexual behaviors in ...

It is a common parental experience. One moment, your child is playing quietly, and the next, there’s a sharp cry, a set of ...

Sleep is a critical part of a child's overall health, but it can also be an important factor in the way they behave. According to a new study, getting enough sleep can help children combat the effects ...

Challenges with impulsivity and emotional regulation may present as aggression in children with ADHD. These behaviors can be challenging, but a mental health professional can help create an effective ...

Understanding Aggressive Behavior in Children Parenting Insights: It’s not uncommon for young children to exhibit aggressive ...

In my work as a child psychologist, I speak with many parents who are concerned about their child's behavior. My clients often wonder what behaviors should raise a red flag for them. They might ask: ...

Babies bite. Toddlers throw tantrums. Kids play rough. Siblings might swat at each other while fighting over toys or the last popsicle. It's not uncommon for children — especially younger ones who ...

A smartwatch system helps parents shorten and defuse children's severe tantrums by providing real time behavioral intervention strategies.

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

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Nina Shapiro is a physician writer who dispels health myths. The investigators randomly assigned half of the children with ...