The words used to describe child sexual abuse matter. Media framing can obscure exploitation, minimize harm, and shape how ...

This story was originally reported by Candice Norwood of The 19th. Ana is a Mexican-American woman who, as a child, did not ...

Child and adolescent psychologist Dr Sharon Ladak offers practical tips and advice for parents about how to speak to their ...

Encourage verifying anything important – news, health claims, law, school facts, statements that may be repeated as “true”.

We don’t often talk about child care and paid parental leave in the same conversation when it comes to public policy. But the reality is this: Our lack of statewide paid leave means many families ...

How ongoing, age-appropriate conversations about bodies, intimacy, and consent build trust, safety, and lifelong confidence for children of all ages.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — After a wave of hoax bomb threats targeting schools in central Ohio, some children may now be feeling anxious or unsafe. While law enforcement said the threats were not ...

Experts say adults can help children cope with the latest conflict in the Middle East by making time for conversations, ...

For generations, Black Americans have prepared their children for the realities of racism. As ICE expands its reach, more parents are navigating similar conversations.

Children may see and hear things about escalating conflicts in the news, leading to feelings of anxiety and fear. A child protection expert shares tips on how to address their concerns.

Kate Sequeira is the audience editor for the Los Angeles Times early childhood education initiative. She worked previously as a production specialist for The Times’ Reading by 9 literacy program.

Trump administration officials told congressional staffers in private briefings on Sunday that U.S. intelligence did not ...