Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. RICHMOND, Calif. – On a recent afternoon at Nystrom Elementary School, fourth grade teacher Rodney LaFleur asked his class to read ...

Maladaptive behaviors interfere with a person’s daily activities, ability to adjust, or ability to participate in certain settings. Maladaptive behavior can appear in various ways, including avoidance ...

When hiring, it's easy to get caught up in checking the skills box. Can they do the job? Do they have the right certifications? How many years of experience? But skills alone don't guarantee success.

How can parents distinguish between typical teenage behavior and signs of more serious mental health issues? Jessica Holzbauer, LCSW, shares her insights on recognizing normal developmental changes, ...

Trying to do healthy things can feel like living in the middle of a battle between the angel on one shoulder and the devil on the other. The devil impels me to order the bacon burger for lunch while ...

Prosocial behaviors are voluntary actions intended to help others. Children display prosocial behavior when they share toys, comfort someone who is sad, or work together to complete a task. Share on ...