Every child feels lonely now and then. But kids can feel better when parents work with them to practice skills that help with bonding, belonging, and feeling close to others. These are called social ...

Others run the other way ... But it only works well when effort is involved. So when kids repeat certain patterns, their brains begin to connect hard work with a good feeling.

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Grief is different for everyone. Kids and families who've experienced the death of a loved one (or pet!) can find comfort in these movies that address loss and its complicated aftermath. Ranging from ...

A social media ban could push children towards consuming harmful content in secret as experts warn it is not a blanket solution to reduce online risks.

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“But I kept going and I kept trying. I woke up every day with a smile on my face to help others. And now, it just takes the words out of my mouth, like wow, I’m helping these people.

They were also often extremely violent toward others ... help. “A parent shouldn't have to lose custody for their kid to get care,” Richtman said. “There needs to be another way for kids ...

If you are not able to give but want to support the effort, please consider sharing this link with others ... kids deal with grief is in our backyard. No family that comes to Judi's House for help ...