On her first full day of preschool, Alexander Lane’s 3-year-old daughter stayed in the car for an hour at drop-off because she didn’t want to go inside. On the second day, she entered class in tears.

As the first day of school approaches, many children feel nervous about going back to class. For little ones starting preschool for the first time, the transition to school can seem even more daunting ...

Child-friendly language, age-appropriate preparation, and the use of modern technology can all play vital roles in making ...

Children are learning and building social and emotional skills — including self-management — during the preschool years. In “Carl the Collector,” Carl and his friends understand and manage their own ...

Although most research and attention focus on adults, children and adolescents suffer from chronic pain and mental health disorders in numbers as high as adults. A study published in JAMA Pediatrics ...

I have navigated anxiety for as long as I can remember, going back to not being able to raise my hand to talk in preschool. I would get stomach aches or feel my heart racing, but I didn’t know why.

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - On average, kids spend up to seven hours a day on screens, which can contribute to a range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Research ...

There’s been a notable increase in anxiety among children over the past few years, making them the most anxious generation of all time. While some of the factors are beyond our control, there are ...

Calming stations sponsored by Priority Health are placed at Detroit public libraries in partnership with the Detroit PBS. (Photo by Priority Health) DETROIT – As we get back into the swing of going ...

By testing for the stress hormone cortisol, which is stored in hair, researchers can identify kids with chronic illness who face the greatest risk of anxiety, depression, or behavioral struggles. A ...