Category: parenting
Substance use in teens; what you should know
Substance use in teens can have a big impact on their health and well-being. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), t...
Positive reinforcement instead of punishment for children
It is important to focus on teaching good behavior rather than punishing bad behavior. Research shows that spanking, sla...
Why self-esteem needs to be groomed from childhood
“Self-esteem is the mainspring that slates every child for success or failure as a human being,” then a crucial job ...
How parental styles affect self-esteem in a child
Developmental psychologists have long been interested in how parents affect child development. However, finding actual c...
How to create a strong family relationship
As parents one of the most important tasks that you will have to do is to ensure that your child – regardless of their...
Home schooling – positives and negatives
Home schooling has become something of a norm over the past few months since March, when schools were shut down in order...
Return to normalcy; how to stay safe and get back to routine
As Sri Lanka opens up slowly but surely under the return to normalcy plan, it is normal for you, as parents to feel a li...