Research into attachment theory shows that the type of bond a child forms with their primary caregiver has important developmental implications. Kids who are securely attached to a caregiver (beginning in infancy) have significantly better social and communication skills (including empathy, cooperation, and trust) than kids who experience insecure or avoidant attachment. As a result, they typically form stronger, healthier ...
More often than not, parents live hectic and complicated lives. Naturally, because we’re already overburdened by complexity, easy answers can seem very appealing. This is especially true when it comes to understanding child development: Parents are often drawn to popular child-rearing strategies that focus on just one aspect of development. These theories generally state that by understanding a specific ...
Having a child show deep attachment can be a moving experience. It propels parents to model good behaviour, maintain their child’s trust, and generally be the best people they can be… But at the same time, many parents worry that this level of attachment may not be healthy for their child. In today’s culture, there’s an enduring ...
For the parents of overweight children, every day is a balancing act; on one hand, there is the natural desire ...
Having a sense of fairness is a great virtue and a sign that your child has a strong moral compass. ...
While most of the issues adopted children face while growing up differ little from the challenges experienced by non-adopted children, ...
