Pubescent Priorities
It's typical for a 13-year-old girl to become interested only in boys, herself, and her friends. You can help keep her on track. read more
April 17, 2001
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Feel Good About School
Make sure your child feels good about school. read more
February 9, 2001
Bathroom Talk
An increased interest in bathroom behavior and talk is normal for children at certain stages of development, but don't let it get out of hand. read more
February 9, 2001
Verbal Harassment
Here's what to do when your child is the subject of name-calling at school. read more
June 13, 2002
How to Help Your LD Child
Don't despair because your child is having trouble learning. Instead, figure out what you can do to help. read more
June 13, 2002
Children and Guilt
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, . read more
June 13, 2002
Moving Ahead
When a child is ready to progress academically, she may not necessarily be as emotionally well-developed as her peers. read more
May 18, 2001
Lonely or Just a Loner?
Just because a child is a loner doesn't mean a teacher should try to force him to socialize. read more
May 14, 2001
The Problems with Retention
Although repeating a grade can initially help a child academically, sometimes doing so can have far-reaching effects. read more
May 14, 2001
Helping a Sensitive Child
Most young children are sensitive and worry about making friends, but when these feelings become a problem you can help. read more
May 14, 2001
The Struggles of Southpaws
Being left-handed in a right-handed world is a challenge. Here's some advice. read more
August 17, 1998