What seems like love and generosity can sometimes create long-term problems in a child’s behavior and emotional development.

Grandparents are cherished figures in many families, providing love and support. However, their well-intentioned habits can ...

As more parents than ever complain that schools are all too strict, Charlotte Cripps talks to authors and professors, many of ...

Parenting has gotten a lot gentler over the years. Through research we've learned that the strict punishments of generations past aren't always the the healthiest or most effective solutions. We’ve ...

A growing row over ‘gentle parenting’ has split our community, with readers divided between those who say too few rules at ...

Discipline involves teaching your child ways to behave, follow rules, and learn self-control. Abuse isn’t discipline but rather actions that harm a child. Learn the difference and where to find help.

Children need to learn discipline early in life to build a strong foundation for future success. However, many parents end up being overly strict in the name of discipline, which can lead to fear, ...

NFL running back Adrian Peterson’s recent arrest for allegedly abusing his four-year-old son has once again sparked the debate over whether spanking is an appropriate form of discipline. Though some ...