Jamie M. Howard, Ph.D.
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Is it Tattling or Telling? Teaching Your Kids When to Report a Broken Rule
A child who has been drilled to follow rules takes them very seriously, leading them to tattling on friends and siblings no matter how minor the misbehavior.
How to Raise a Leader
Children's leadership skills grow over time as they develop independent thinking skills and learn from challenges. See ideas for how you can support your future leader.
Helping Your Children Be Their Own Best Advocate
Learn three ways you can help young children practice sticking up for themselves and advocate for their needs.
How to Help Kids Develop a Healthy Body Image
By laying a strong foundation of healthy attitudes, parents can prepare their kids to enter adolescence, when body image issues skyrocket.
Tips for Helping Your Child Focus and Concentrate
Concentration is like a muscle that requires regular exercise to strengthen.
Raise a Child With Healthy Self-Esteem
Children with healthy self-esteem have an easier time facing challenges and believe they are deserving of love.
Teaching Children It's OK to Fail
All parents want to see their kids succeed, but it's just as important to teach children how to fail. Learn how to encourage your child to bounce back from setbacks.
How to Help Kids Manage Their Anger
Contrary to some popular beliefs, sometimes anger can be healthy and justifiable. Learn strategies to help your child express their anger effectively.
How to Help Your Child Keep Screen Time in Check
Keep these tips in mind as you monitor your child's screen time -whether they are watching TV, playing apps or interacting on social media.
Helping Young Children Learn to Make Friends
The ability to make and keep friends doesn’t just make kids happy; it also provides a number of crucial developmental benefits, including self-esteem, companionship and peer guidance.
How to Help Kids Cope With Their Worries
Learn when your kid's worries are normal or cause for concern.
