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Excessive screen time can affect young people’s emotional development
Teachers are reporting a perceived lack of social skill development in children and teens. How might excessive screen time affect this development?
7 red flags your teen might be in an abusive relationship – and 6 signs it’s escalating
Teenagers are experiencing intimate partner violence and abuse that is putting their lives in danger. And they want help from others to spot the early warning signs.
‘That’s getting a bit wild, kids!’ Why children love to play-fight and why it is good for them
Play fighting can help children’s development in many ways, from their balance, to their nonverbal skills and cognition.
‘It’s not fair!’ Kids grumble and complain for a reason, here’s how to handle it
Grumbling children and teenagers can be so annoying. But it is important to try and decode their complaints.
The orgasm gap and why women climax less than men
Women have fewer orgasms than men. But this gap is cultural, not biological. Closing it is possible, both on a societal and personal level.
Not all mental health apps are helpful. Experts explain the risks, and how to choose one wisely
Claims regarding on these apps’ effectiveness are often based on less than robust findings.
I think my child has anxiety. What are the treatment options?
The main factor that determines whether a child has ‘clinical anxiety’ is the extent to which the fear causes problems in their daily life. Here’s how anxiety in children is treated.
‘Just leave me alone!’ Why staying connected to your teenager is tricky but important
It’s not always easy to foster connection when the teenager in your life says they want you to go away. But they likely want to be closer than you think.
Why eating disorder treatments only work half the time, according to a psychologist
When it comes to treating people with eating disorders, we may need to look more widely than what studies tell us work.
Do psychedelics really work to treat depression and PTSD? Here’s what the evidence says
In addition to placebo effects, patients might be motivated to report they have gotten better, even when they haven’t.