
Q&A: What could cause a 7-year-old girl to become overly affectionate?
Psychologist Eleanor Mackey answers a reader’s question about why her daughter has suddenly become overly affectionate with her soon-to-be stepdad.

Psychologist Eleanor Mackey answers a reader’s question about why her daughter has suddenly become overly affectionate with her soon-to-be stepdad.

Differences in learning can sometimes be associated with school problems and should be attended to and addressed.

As a parent, it can be challenging to find the right words to have a tough conversation with your kids, but there are a few tips that can help you both feel comfortable.

Start talking to your kids about the new arrival when you would feel comfortable sharing with others.

Research suggests that lying is very common in young children. The key is to recognize why your child is lying and help them reach an end goal without needing to lie.