Fifth-Grader Suffers from Homework Stress
Something is wrong when a child starts having stomach pains in response to the stress of schoolwork. read more
April 25, 2000
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Is My Son Too Popular?
A mother is unhappy that kids are constantly coming to her house to play with her son. read more
February 29, 2000
Teen Concerned About Relationship with Mom
A teenager wants to know how she can improve her relationship with her negative mother. read more
July 3, 2000
Teen Wants to Pierce Navel
If your daughter won't agree to getting a belly button piercing under safe medical conditions, I would refuse to allow it to be done. read more
May 19, 2000
Son in Boarding School Loses Friend to Suicide
A parent asks our expert, "How can I help my son deal with his friend's suicide when he's so far from home?" read more
April 26, 2000
Encouraging Children to Join Sports
Efforts to encourage a child to play organized sports by signing him up will not help him develop a sense of autonomy. read more
March 7, 2000
Son Not Living Up to His Academic Potential
The shaming approach will never inspire a child to greater academic achievement. read more
March 6, 2000
My Daughter Stole from Her Sister
Rewards and punishments really don't work as instructive discipline techniques -- logical and natural consequences are the best route to take. read more
January 21, 2000
Mom Wants Daughter to Have Breast Reduction
A 16-year-old writes to our expert for advice because her mother is pressuring her to get a breast reduction. read more
August 16, 1999
Son Confesses Mistakes
When a child confesses to misbehavior, he should know that your disapproval does not threaten your love for him. read more
August 16, 1999
High-School Junior Experiencing Slump
A junior in high school seeks advice about how to get motivated again. read more
March 12, 1999
Daughter Has Weight Problems
When a child is overweight, it's important that she knows her size will never affect whether you love her or appreciate her. read more
February 1, 1999