Behavioral Development

Kids are kids, which means that when they get mad, they're not especially diplomatic about it. What's disturbing, though, is that more and more kids seem unable to stop at ordinary expressions of childish ire. "I see hundreds of kids each year, and I'm shocked by the level of aggressiveness I'm observing," says Edward Christophersen, Ph.D., a psychologist at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, MO.

Discipline isn't punishment, and there's more than one way to correct your child's behavior--without yelling. Here's a tactic for every age.

Teach the values kids need to be nice.

When your child is driving you crazy, it can feel as if he's always misbehaving. Instead of losing your cool, check out 10 ways to stay calm while still making your point and setting necessary boundaries.

Is your kid often anxious before a test or about things she saw on the news? Ease her worries with these low-key strategies.

It's normal for kids to be anxious from time to time, but how can you know whether your child's worries are cause for concern? Here are smart suggestions from the experts at the Child Mind Institute.

Your baby is heading off to kindergarten this year -- where did the time go? There's more excitement on the horizon. Here's some of what lies ahead.

There's nothing wrong with your child playing an online or console video game or two (or even three). But do you worry that this pastime may be turning into a problem? Our quiz will help you spot signs of potential trouble.

Some kids are just born more sensitive. Help your child not take everything so hard, whether it's hurt feelings or scraped knees.

We cut to the chase and tell you what you really need to know to have a well-behaved kid.

Helping your child master these simple rules of etiquette will get him noticed -- for all the right reasons.

Stop your kid's seemingly endless requests and ungrateful attitude with our expert plan.

Many of kids' fears seem mystifying or irrational, but to them the world is full of threats. Most fears fade as kids develop, but if your child's fear persist and totally preoccupy him, he'll need your help to overcome them. We've got the top soothing strategies for his biggest fears - -real and imaginary.

If your kid is constantly ignoring you, we have ways to get her attention.

When it comes to dealing with bad behavior, everyone screws up. We'll help you do it right.

What to do when you and your child aren't cut from the same cloth.

Welcome to the Age of Insolence. Find out how to rein in back talk at every age.

Dealing with your child's defiant behavior.

What's really going on in your toddler's little head when she shoves peas in her ear, guzzles bathwater, or strips naked in the store? We asked experts to interpret little kids' oddest behaviors and give advice on the sanest ways to handle them.

How can I handle my child's out-of-control behavior?

If your child is four years or older, our height prediction quiz will give you a sneak peek at how tall your kid may be.

If you're like me, the notion of "risk-taking" kids conjures up images of broken bones -- or even worse. Yet whether it's a baby tasting a spoonful of strained spinach, a toddler taking her first steps, or a preschooler telling the truth about a mess he's made, all kids need a courageous spirit to adjust to the surefire changes that come along with growing up.

Two-year-olds act out their emotions in some pretty bizarre ways. Let us help you crack the toddler behavior code.