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Having self-control is possessing the ability to rise above immediate pressures, such as hunger, and not giving in to impulse. Having self-control as a child is also associated with many positive personality characteristics, coping...

‘Mommy, where do babies come from?’ Are you anticipating this question or have you already heard it and panicked, not knowing how to respond? Maybe you remember your own parents telling you about the...

While the idea of rewarding and punishing a child for good or bad behavior seems fairly straightforward, there are many snares that parents fall in to. Learn about how to effectively use reinforcement and...

The negative reinforcement trap frequently occurs between a mother and her son, although it can certainly happen with daughters too. The negative reinforcement trap occurs when a parent makes a request to their child...

Not all good habits are inborn or ingrained in us before birth-some good habits can be learned. This is true of resilience, the ability to bounce back in the face of adversity. The importance...

All parents want to provide the best possible opportunities for their children. Here are some ways you can help your child's social, physical, mental and emotional growth! Family Support The importance of getting together as a...

Learned Helplessness A landmark study performed in the 1960s discovered a phenomenon dubbed ‘learned helplessness.’ In this study, psychologist Martin Seligman demonstrated the effects of helplessness on dogs. The first group of dogs were exposed...

Every parent wants the best for their kids. So, what can you do to promote health and happiness in your child's life? Here you can get great tips for how to make sure your...