Fall is a season busy with the return to school, a few three-day weekends, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and the new year. The numerous celebrations and time off from the regular routine can lead to a...
School Shootings and Community Gun Violence: What to Say to Children and How to Help Them Cope
Margaret R. Paccione-Dyszlewski, PhD
December 17, 2025
Download this page in Spanish (PDF) School shootings and gun violence have become a horrible reality in our country. Mass shootings are distressing, but school shootings may be especially difficult for children. Reports of...
Toy Safety: Tips to Gifting Child-safe Toys at the Holidays and All Year
Stephanie Ruest, MD, MPH
December 9, 2025
No matter the occasion or time of year, children look forward to receiving toys as gifts. But there are some things to consider when picking out toys for children, especially younger ones. Consider the size of the toy Small...
Built-in Best Friends? The Truth About Sibling Relationships
Wendy A. Plante, PhD
October 16, 2025
Sibling relationships are often our first taste of friendship, rivalry, loyalty, and shared joy—all rolled into one. Whether you're thick as thieves or constantly butting heads, the bond between siblings can shape how we...
