Roughly every month I receive an e-mail from a parent somewhere in the world asking for help with a child who is violent, angry or aggressive. Some people describe being physically beaten or having ...

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As the recent war with Iran erupts into one of the most consequential military conflicts in the Middle East, military families are facing unprecedented stress and uncertainty. A new longitudinal study ...

In a study involving 11-year-olds, researchers have concluded that greater behavioral problems are linked to higher hair cortisol levels. The study also concluded that exposure to certain factors that ...

Is your child often irritable or prone to temper outbursts? Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, clarifies the distinctions between bipolar disorder and Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), ...

Challenges with impulsivity and emotional regulation may present as aggression in children with ADHD. These behaviors can be challenging, but a mental health professional can help create an effective ...

Psychologists typically do not diagnose children with personality disorders. This is because their personality is still developing and can change quickly as they grow. However, a child may show early ...

Infants, toddlers, and children under six are much more likely than older kids to witness domestic violence. How do they make sense of it?

Young children can reach agreement without talking or seeing the whole group. Their secret may be the mix of leaders, ...

Children born with congenital heart disease (CHD) may have a greater risk for developing behavioral problems during preschool ...