A University of Connecticut program is gaining national recognition for teaching children and parents how to discuss emotions ...

HANCOCK COUNTY – Being a kid isn’t always easy. To help young people navigate the tricky parts of life, Hancock Counseling and Psychiatric Services is hosting a support group for kids in grades 4-6 ...

Often called the “winter blues,” the period in January after all the holiday festivities are over is hard for a lot of people to get through. For young children, the added confusion of the sharp ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — December is a busy time for kids, filled with parties, festivals and various activities that can lead to stress and overwhelming feelings. Melissa Jones, founder of the Girls ...

Many parents worry that arguments in front of their children might cause lasting harm. Research shows that it is not the existence of conflict, but the way disagreements unfold that shapes a child’s ...

Dear Mayo Clinic: I have two children, ages 12 and 15. They are both good students, participate in athletics and enjoy spending time with friends. While both kids are back to in-person school, my ...

Maybe your child is feeling sad she doesn’t have any classes with her best friend. Maybe she’s feeling anxious before basketball tryouts. Or maybe she’s feeling angry because you’re reinstating screen ...

Most parents spend a lot of time talking about homework, chores, and sports, and much less time talking about feelings. It's an interesting phenomenon. Adults invest lots of energy making sure kids ...

Children with ADHD often have seemingly boundless energy. Activities for children with ADHD that focus on movement, skill building, and sensory input can help direct their energy into beneficial ...

For parents of children with disabilities, finding time to focus on themselves may be difficult. However, a new study finds that the right coping strategies and resilience can significantly help ...

"We're showing them that we can handle it and that nothing is too big and overwhelming and scary for us," Baumstein said. She went on to describe the added benefit of actually having "a chance to ...