Kids

The deciding factor in homeschooling success is not a college degree or specialized training. It is the firm belief that your child can and will succeed.

Here's some advice on how to handle a seven-year-old who is using profanity he doesn't even understand.

There are steps that should be taken immediately when a child is striking your children or others.

What should you do when your child isn't challenged in an accelerated school, and switching schools is not an option?

Here's what to do when your child is the subject of name-calling at school.

Children lack the appropriate skills for coping with guilt. They often begin to act out when they feel they've caused some harm to befall a parent, .

Children can get upset when they don't have a "best" friend. You can help.

Talk to your pediatrician first if your child seems to be out of control at school.

Our expert answers a mother's questions about CAPD and retention.

ADHD medication can work wonders, but supplementing that with behavior therapies is recommended.

There's a huge range of what is "normal" and appropriate for young children.

Learn what organizations to contact to find parent-support groups in the Denver, Colorado area.

Find out how to keep your children and you safe when using fireworks.

While a checklist can be helpful in the diagnosis of ADHD, it shouldn't be the only or primary assessment tool.

If a child is physically attractive, makes excellent grades, and is liked by her peers, does it matter that she has no close friends, or any one special friend?

The key to changing what your adopted brother does is to change the way you respond to his behaviors.

Parents and educators who set high expectations and give encouragement and assistance to a child with ADD help him to develop confidence and skills.

Counseling may be called for when a child shows signs of serious distress over losing a friend.