What’s going on in your teen’s brain? Are they going to be okay? Parental influence is crucial to systems that shape lifelong mental health.

New research in *Child Development* finds that adolescents report lower moods when they perceive higher levels of parental overprotection. Experts warn that excessive control, whether from parents or ...

AI alters teen dating: More teens are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support, offering low-risk interactions but potentially fostering unrealistic expectations of real-life relationships.

Not only does positive parenting make for a happier family life, but it also enhances children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development going forward. A recently published study shows ...