A child’s social and emotional development refers to his or her self-esteem and behaviors when interacting with others. Predictable and stable interactions in a child’s early life provide a sense of ...

When we understand how children grow emotionally, we can support them more effectively. Milestones can be helpful guides, but remember that many children struggle with emotion regulation, especially ...

Global study reveals many infants face physical aggression and abuse from caregivers during the first two years of life ...

The strength of brain connections at birth may predict the future emotional and social development of babies born prematurely, according to new research published in eNeuro. Children born prematurely ...

Suggested Citation: "11 A Comprehensive, National Approach." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2019. Fostering Healthy Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Development in ...

A psychologist explains the evolutionary and psychological roots of laughter, and what an infant’s giggles teach us about how adults bond.

Covariate-corrected relationships between WM diffusion tensor measures and the infant emotionality and emotional regulation development (solid lines as regression lines, brighter shadowed area as ...

Preschool children who eat more ultra-processed foods show higher levels of anxiety, aggression, and behavioral difficulties.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently announced that they recommend that children over the age of 2 years and teachers wear face masks for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year to reduce the ...

Many children today eat more ultra-processed food than in the past. Researchers have examined what this development could mean for children’s well-being.

A new study reveals a striking paradox: children who experience parental loss or divorce often develop exceptional moral ...