When it comes to your teens building connections with friends, you might think turning off screens and going outside is the key. But actually, Gen Z credits a different sort of pastime with fostering ...

Social skills are an incredibly important element to daily life, as we are constantly interacting with humans whether it’s on ...

Technology—from social media to cellphones—is often blamed for causing bad behavior among students, especially middle schoolers. But when used intentionally, technology can also promote kindness, ...

When asked about their favorite school activities, children frequently vote for Play Club —including children who might be labeled disruptive and often have a history of restricted opportunities. In ...

Reading with children can help them develop social-emotional skills by exploring themes like emotions, empathy, and relationships. Social-emotional learning (SEL) helps children understand and manage ...

Many parents think kids develop strong social skills from memorizing phrases like "please" and "thank you." But the real foundation is built much earlier, at home and through everyday interactions.

As a speech-language pathologist, I often hear parents wondering how to get kids off their ever-present screens. The challenge, many parents say, is that “simple” activities and old-fashioned games ...