The Science of Parenting

As children get older, their understanding of science and being a scientist changes. The words adults use are a critical part of keeping them engaged in discovery

Our instinct is to protect our kids from failure. But learning from failure is an important life skill that can’t be overlooked

Women shoulder most of the work in managing a family and tell us it’s exhausting, but some also say it has benefits

Programming devices with parental controls may seem daunting, but they can help parents ensure what their kids find on TV and the Internet is age-appropriate

They may tell us they hate chores, but kids who help around the house report feeling accomplished and competent, not to mention happy

Masculinity isn’t “toxic” by itself, but the strain boys feel from society and parents to meet unrealistic expectations is

Popular culture paints going “no contact” as the best way to deal with hard family relationships. But it’s not always the right choice

Children start learning about race and racism as early as preschool. Talking about race early, however difficult, will help them become more antiracist

There is nothing wrong with quieter, introverted kids. Recognizing what makes them tick can help them confidently navigate an extroverted world

In many cultures, men are not involved with hands-on childcare. But biology tells us we are perfectly capable of doing so

Teens have access to vastly more potent cannabis than their parents had at their age. Parents need to understand the risks, including psychosis

Many parents choose sleep training to get their babies to sleep through the night. But the evidence supporting it is flawed