Birth order theory suggests that older, younger, and middle children may develop certain personality traits based on their ...

In a child's life, the period from conception until two years old is crucial for growth and development. In addition to the development of vital organs and regulatory systems, this phase also ...

EDINBURGH, Scotland — Those warm hugs and bedtime stories from your childhood might be shaping your adult personality more than you realize. New research comparing identical twins has revealed that ...

Despite their limitations, models of basic personality structure, such as the Big Five or the HEXACO model, have proven useful in summarizing and structuring the plethora of personality traits. While ...

What parent doesn't wonder how their "issues" may affect their children's well-being? It's a source of anxiety, uncertainty and concern. Understanding risk factors for mental illness is important, ...

Though it may seem like a paradox, children do not laugh for joy. Scientific studies, including my own, show that there is something much deeper than joy or mirth in a child’s laughter. Adults’ ...

The Editors at Communications Psychology, Nature Communications, and Scientific Reports invite submissions on the topic of personality development. This curated Collection will bring together ...

Friendships reveal a child's temperament and emotional health. Large social circles often indicate extroversion. Small circles suggest introversion and deeper bonds. Quality friendships are vital for ...

An individual’s genetics and their environment both shape their personality. However, opinions differ on the degree to which each of these factors influences personality, and how they contribute to ...