Many children outgrow their fears, but persisting worries may be a sign of an anxiety disorder. Psychologists weigh in on ...

You might fear that people are only pretending to ... When a parent responds to a child’s emotions with silence instead of support, it teaches them that emotional honesty leads to disconnection.

Kids go through ups and downs, but if they’re constantly anxious or feeling low, it might be more than just a phase. From ...

STORY: It's the start of the day at Mama Mulez school in Goma, but only 23 students of the usual 1,200 trickle in for ...

For current events like the California wildfires, you can reassure your child by saying, “I understand that something like a social media post can make you feel scared, but we have a fire escape ...

The survey also showed that the problem extends beyond academic settings too, with many children feeling too anxious to participate in sleepovers, playdates, or birthday events due to the ...

A statement announcing the legislation said lawmakers aim to challenge a 1982 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that grants all ...

Especially for younger ones, positive reinforcement can help children feel motivated to confront their fear. Small gifts or privileges such as playing a game or spontaneously getting ice cream ...