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Ageism, or the negative stereotyping and marginalization of older people, can lead to social exclusion. Many older individuals feel undervalued and invisible in their communities, workplaces, and [...]

In various scenarios and interventions delivered by an array of stakeholders, a family-centered approach has yielded significant progress, but gaps remain in parenting support, social protection, [...]

Innovative analysis on the effects of the Incredible Years parenting program on children’s levels of conflict with their parents, siblings, and peers. [Sellars, E., Bowes, L., Oliver, B. R., [...]

Around the world, children are disproportionately bearing the brunt of war. Childhood traumas can permanently change how the brain develops, but the effects often aren’t seen until adulthood. [...]

Good nutrition, a stimulating environment, a safe neighborhood, positive caregiving and regular circadian rhythms and sleep are all essential for a child to thrive, according to the study from [...]

Children who are raised by authoritative parents understand that they’re ultimately responsible for their choices, which empowers them to make good decisions.  [Christin Perry – [...]

Children with disabilities have the right to be nurtured and supported through responsive care and education, to receive adequate nutrition and social protection, and to enjoy play and leisure [...]

The elementary school years are important for children to develop independence, first under parental direction and then away from direct adult supervision. [University of Michigan Health, 16 [...]

Young children who are close to their parents are more likely to grow up kind, helpful and ‘prosocial’. [Ioannis Katsantonis and Ros McLellan – International Journal of Behavioral [...]

The number of parents in a home is a crucial determinant of a child’s experiences and life trajectory. Debates about this issue should not be relegated to the culture wars.  [Melissa Kearney [...]