There are developmental reasons for children being messy. But there are ways to encourage your child to look after their rooms without stressful conflict.
Our research on school students’ sexist behaviour towards teachers shows some school leaders, colleagues and parents are downplaying harassment and abuse.
Book Week is a time to celebrate reading and favourite characters. But not all children like to read.
Having backpacks ready to go the night before can help students get their school day off to a good start.
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If you’re a parent, you’ll be well-acquainted with the hotly debated parenting topic of screen time. But how exactly does screen time impact a child’s physical health?
When we are children, sibling relationships can be full of rivalry, and parents can mitigate this.
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Strong, positive and supporting relationships between siblings can support people’s well-being throughout their lifetimes, and parenting approaches matter.
Many parents might be concerned about the time their teens spend online. However, by modelling healthy online behaviours and habits can set an example their kids can follow.
Around 1 in 4 children already have trouble getting to sleep, or getting back to sleep when they wake in the night. This can worsen when travelling internationally. But melatonin isn’t the answer.
An unintentional consequence of NDIS supports has been an emphasis on clinical settings. But children with autism are served better by naturalistic supports.
Professor, Canada Research Chair in Determinants of Child Development, Owerko Centre at the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary
Assistant professor, School of Psychology, Scientist, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa