As a parent of two Autistic boys, I have a first-hand appreciation of how vulnerable autistic young persons are to low self-esteem. From a confident, playful toddler, I witnessed my son’s self-esteem ...

The death of 12-year-old Juan Acevedo has been devastating to his family, this community, and schoolmates at Larkspur Middle School. But among the challenges faced when a child dies is how that ...

The words we use at home do not disappear into the air—they stay. They settle into our children’s emotional memory and often become the inner voice they carry into adulthood. Between busy schedules, ...

Experiences are our greatest teachers. They shape how we treat others, how we see the world around us, and how we view ourselves. How we view ourselves is also known as our self identity and is ...

At one time or another, most parents ask themselves: "What can I do to help my child feel better about himself...to feel more confident...to view life positively?" Positive self-esteem is a key to ...

Kids want boundaries. Boundaries let them know where to explore and how, as well as setting them up for future success in many aspects of life. But, how do you set boundaries with kids in a way to ...

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Trying to get your children to help around the house may seem like a daunting task, but research shows chores can have an important and positive impact on the development of our ...