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Behavior

Taming Tempers

Controlling outbursts can be hard for kids - and helping them learn to do so is a tough job for their parents. But just about every child can improve with the right coaching.

Teaching Kids Not to Bully

Whether bullying is physical or verbal, if it's not stopped it can lead to more aggressive antisocial behavior - and interfere with a child's success in school and ability to form and sustain friendships.

Teaching Your Child Self-Control

Tantrums and outbursts can rile even the most patient parents. Helping kids learn self-control teaches them how to respond to situations without just acting on impulse.

Teaching Your Child to Be a Good Sport

One of the most important goals of kids' sports is helping children develop a sense of good sportsmanship. Here's how to set a good example for your kids.

Temper Tantrums

Temper tantrums range from whining and crying to screaming, kicking, hitting, and breath holding. Get the facts on managing - and preventing - temper tantrums.

Therapy for ADHD

Therapy is part of the treatment for most kids and teens diagnosed with ADHD. This article helps parents learn what to expect and how therapy works.

Toilet Training

Even before your child is ready to try the potty, you can prepare your little one by teaching about the process. Here are some tips.

Understanding Cliques

Cliques are tight groups that usually have a strict code of membership and ways to act. Most focus on maintaining their status and popularity. Here's what parents should know.

Understanding Your Child’s Eating Disorder (Video)

An eating disorder affects the way people think about food and eating. This leads to behaviors that harm physical and mental health. Anyone can develop an eating disorder. Learn more in this video.

Your Child's Habits

Nail biting, hair twirling, thumb sucking, and nose picking - these childhood habits are common. Here's how to deal with them.