Feeling anxiety arise in our bodies is distressing in itself, let alone seeing it happen in children. As a parent, grandparent or guardian, you may feel extra anxious when you see a child pacing, ...
Raising the next generation of kids is the toughest and most important job there is. It can feel like a high-stakes task, which can be overwhelming. But the good news? "Being a parent can be rewarding ...
"Never Too Early: CPS with Very Young Kids," is set to release on March 29, 2024 and stream free on the Lives in the Balance website. It’s never too early to engage kids in the process of solving the ...
Parents' responses to emotions create the foundation for how children understand and express their own feelings. When parents respond with warmth and understanding, children learn that emotions are ...
Intelligence in children far surpasses academic grades or early reading skills. It oftentimes shows up in subtle, real-life behaviours of curiosity, emotional awareness, and problem-solving. From ...
Dr Vrticka received funding from the Max Planck Society for his work on the social neuroscience of parent-child relationships, caregiving and attachment described in this piece. Since 2022, he acts as ...