teen girl in bed yawning

Will lack of sleep affect growth because of nighttime growth hormone deficiencies?

Teens are known for not getting enough sleep, but will this lack of sleep affect their growth? Find out in this Q&A with sleep expert Dr. Daniel Lewin.

teen siblings sitting on a wall

Guiding children with autism through puberty

It can be challenging to know what to discuss with your child and how to best support them through this stage.

Crying toddler with older brother and mother

My toddler is often violent with his siblings

There are many simple behavioral strategies and techniques that can effectively curb violent toddler behaviors in a relatively short period of time.

child crying

Why does my kid cry when we try to play with her?

Tara Brennan, PsyD, answers a reader’s question about why her child gets upset during physical play, and why this is normal.

mom and daughter having a tea party

My child wants me to pretend to be her boyfriend. Is this normal?

Pretend play can be a safe and developmentally appropriate way for children to explore ideas and learn from playmates.