Five Habits to Help Kids Be Resilient
The five "resilience animals" can help children and caregivers learn to be mindful and self-compassionate in moments of difficulty.
How to Raise Kids in an Anxious, Chaotic World
A new book explores strategies for child-rearing amid global violence, a warming world, social media overload, and other modern perils.
Why Parental Stress Isn’t Just About the Parent
Taking care of yourself as a parent isn't an indulgence; it has a substantial effect on the well-being of your children.
What Helps Dads in Transitioning to Parenthood?
New research finds that self-compassion and mindfulness can help new fathers stay well and bond with their babies.
How Are the Kids Recovering From the Pandemic?
Three new books examine where U.S. COVID-19 policy went wrong and how it has shaped children's lives and development.
Seven Tips for Talking With Your Kids About Terminal Illness
We can be a supportive presence for our children when a loved one is dying, even in the midst of our own grief.
How Do Social Structures Shape Your Well-Being?
Happiness isn't just a product of what we do or who we are as individuals; social situations, structural forces, and public policies play a major…
How Children Are Influenced by Their Neighborhoods
A new study looks outside the home to see how children's surroundings impact their cognitive and emotional development.