New research in *Child Development* finds that adolescents report lower moods when they perceive higher levels of parental overprotection. Experts warn that excessive control, whether from parents or ...

Teens are on the cusp of adulthood in a moment of accelerated emotional and physical growth. In other words, they can be a "hot mess." And their behavior can be horrible: they’re now wise enough to be ...

What’s going on in your teen’s brain? Are they going to be okay? Parental influence is crucial to systems that shape lifelong ...

Parenting experts and recent studies highlight that an authoritative approach—combining warmth, clear boundaries, and open ...