A new study from the University of Chicago investigates one potential source of discrepancy in child skill level: disparity in parents’ beliefs about their influence over their children’s development.

In an era of packed schedules, screen time, and intense focus on school readiness, many children are playing less than in previous generations, which harms development.

As Christmas creeps ever closer, it can be difficult to know what to get your child for the big day. Toys provide an enormous opportunity for childhood brain development—but not all toys are created ...

The Child Development Program (CDP) provides four types of therapy or intervention services. If we feel these might be beneficial for your child and your family our providers, will refer you. Here are ...

Literacy in general terms is defined as the ability to read and write. While these skills are taught in schools, support from parents at home is important to a child's success. Moms and dads should ...

The parents I encounter every day in my family therapy practice are caring, conscientious, and thoughtful. They want to protect their children from negative experiences and to provide all the ...

There are numerous ways to help a child's learning and development, but one leading educational psychologist says there is a simple aspect that is "intrinsically valuable" to fostering basic skills.

It's the fall youth sports season, and with registration for the winter season coming soon, what should we know about our children and their interest, or lack of interest, in sports? Child Development ...