Kids

The Data on Teen Dating Did you know there is a “typical” pattern related to teens and dating?  I didn’t, but I found out about it in a study done to find out the effects of teens starting to date … Continue reading →

The Myth of ADHD Meds Some interesting research has challenged the idea that ADHD meds, like Adderall and Ritalin help boost kids’ grades.   They have been called “cognitive enhancers” for they do improve attention, concentration, and even some types … Continue reading →

I’m back–after being in Israel and Jordan for two weeks, and then teaching for a week in Missouri. The Season of “I’m Bored!” It’s summer, and the long anticipated freedom from the classroom has faded, and now the on-going refrain … Continue reading →

Why Your Teen Needs Peer Pressure Every parent worries about the effects of peer pressure on their teenager.  And there is good reason for them to be concerned.  Some peer pressure is welcomed, like friends urging your teen to go … Continue reading →

What to Do When Your Kid is Anxious What do most parents do when their kid is fearful or anxious in a given situation?  Typically, a parent will help their child escape the feared situation only to see that the … Continue reading →

Why We Yell at Our Kids Nearly every parent yells at their kids, some do it more than others.  Research says that 3 out of 4 parents will yell at their kids at least once a month.  Part of the … Continue reading →

Why Parents Should Talk to their Infants? Have you ever wondered why mothers, in particular, talk to their tiny infants?  After all, the infant doesn’t understand a word she is saying, and even a toddler seemingly can’t understand most of … Continue reading →

Ever wonder why your kid’s car insurance rates go down at age 25?  It all has to do with your teen’s brain development.  I don’t think insurance companies based their rates on brain development–it was more like they knew that … Continue reading →