When I teach self-compassion to kids in schools, I do an exercise in which kids imagine that a friend of theirs has lost or broken something special. How would they respond to their friend? I then ask ...

Is regular exercise the key to managing ADHD, anxiety, and depression in children? Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, examines recent evidence that shows how increased physical activity can significantly ...

Children with ADHD often have seemingly boundless energy. Activities for children with ADHD that focus on movement, skill building, and sensory input can help direct their energy into beneficial ...

Regular exercise can alleviate symptoms of depression in children, a new analysis showed. International researchers who published their analysis this week in JAMA Pediatrics reviewed 21 studies to ...

It’s easy to get sucked into scrolling on social media, a habit that can take a toll on your mental and physical health. Eyes glued to the phone, it’s a sedentary behavior that takes time away from ...

Early childhood is a critical period for brain development, which is important for boosting cognition and mental well-being. Good brain health at this age is directly linked to better mental heath, ...

This proactive approach can take the stress out of dinners and make your children part of a dinner game-plan. Here are some simple and smart ways to involve your children as you plan your dinner menus ...

No one is immune to a little back pain now and again, so luckily, there's the aptly-named Superman exercise. It's a simple, accessible move that improves spine flexion, eases stiffness, and improves ...