School and Learning
Repeating Second GradeIs retention is the best way to educate a child?Teens
My Daughter's Boyfriend Is ViolentWhen it comes to your daughter's well-being, you should listen to your gut feelings and take any necessary action.Kids
Son May Have ADHDA parent is puzzled by a teacher's "diagnosis" of ADHD, since the child doesn't show those symptoms at home.Babies
Is It Okay for Toddlers to Take Sips of Wine and Beer?Is it ever acceptable to let a two-year-old sip wine and beer?Kids
Boy Afraid He'll Get Hurt in SportsWhat can parents do when their nine-year-old says he is won't play sports because he's afraid he'll get hurt?Family Life
Soon-to-Be Ex Taking Kids to Visit GirlfriendIs it a bad idea for kids to "hang out" with their dad at his lover's place?Kids
Positive Feedback in SportsHow can you keep your child grounded when he gets overly excited about his athletic performance, but still provide positive feedback?Family Life
Son Hasn't Bonded with His DadCan marital problems cause a child not to bond with his father?Teens
Hanging Out with Friends After SchoolThirteen-year-olds should not be left in unsupervised after-school situations.Teens
Daughter Dressing InappropriatelyA mother wants to know if she should insist on more appropriate dress by her daughter.School and Learning
Preparing for the Empty NestThe best way to help a child through the confusing transition to college is to let him know that he's loved.Kids
Six-Year-Old Still Has Imaginary FriendsHaving imaginary friends is perfectly normal for kids.Kids
ADHD or ODD?A mother believes her son has ODD rather than ADHD, and wants to know what she can do about it.Kids
Bed Wetting and RitalinFind out about Ritalin (methylphenidate), ADHD, and nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting).Kids
My Children Got Sick at Day CareWhat actions should you take when your children get sick at day care?
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Mastering the BasicsUse summer school to help a child get a strong foundation of basics.
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