The study of human development is a rich and varied subject. We all have personal experience with development, but it is sometimes difficult to understand how and why people grow, learn, and act as ...

Many young children experience significant mental health challenges that interfere with their development, relationships, and ...

In a study led by researchers from Mass General Brigham, children with more adverse prenatal exposures (APEs) showed higher ...

Prosocial behaviors are voluntary actions intended to help others. Children display prosocial behavior when they share toys, comfort someone who is sad, or work together to complete a task. Share on ...

Recognizing mental health issues in young people is a critical aspect of parenting and professional care that often flies under the radar. Children and adolescents face a myriad of challenges as they ...

Video games can get a bad rap when it comes to kids and mental health, but their impact on child development is often misunderstood. Gaming can be a powerful training tool for a variety of skills. If ...

Adolescents with an internet addiction undergo changes in the brain that could lead to additional addictive behavior and tendencies, finds a new study. Adolescents with an internet addiction undergo ...

Research shows it can also affect parent-child bonding. The new program, called Let’s Play, was developed by Darlington-based ...

I'm Jessica Dorey, LCSW, and President of Alliance Behavioral Health and Development. I'm passionate about helping children, teens, and young adults navigate their mental health challenges. I ...

If your child is struggling with behavioral challenges, you are not alone. In a 2021 survey, most Wisconsin early education professionals reported an increase in behavior challenges. But there are ...