"If we want confident, capable young adults, we have to let kids practice being uncomfortable,” a psychologist told Newsweek.

A new study has identified a key psychological mechanism that connects a person’s childhood experiences with their level of ...

A new study has found that a vast majority of children enjoy engaging in activities that are both scary and fun, a phenomenon ...

Developmental research often tells us how egocentric children are. Yet all too often we hear of children who are forced to ...

Your childhood can have a major impact on the rest of your life. A positive childhood helps set the foundation for a fulfilling adulthood. Unfortunately, not everyone experiences a healthy childhood.

Time for play, connection to teachers or friends, and comforting spaces like book corners are among the key factors helping ...

What makes fear fun? As Halloween approaches, discover how children interact with fear in playful settings and learn about ...