Psychologist Diana Jiménez: ‘Don’t aim to constantly make your kids happy. Let them feel and grow from every emotion’
The therapist advises parents to instill values at an early age like respect, communication, responsibility and empathy
Carmen Esteban, psychologist: ‘Giving kisses and hugs is not a social skill, it’s something that we do out of love and we don’t always want to do it’
The childhood and adolescence expert says that we’ve got to learn to say ‘no,’ and it’s best to get started on that process when kids are very young. In her new book she offers a guide for families and educators on how to raise kids with respect and consciousness
Children with cancer: Why we must tell them the truth and break the taboo around the disease
Misinformation does not prevent children from sensing their disease. It is advisable to explain things to them based on their level of understanding and language. That way, they can ask questions about their cancer treatment and even be consulted in making decisions
Disobedient kids who talk back: What can parents do?
Teaching children to identify and manage their emotions and giving them adequate, age-appropriate explanation is key for them to accept their mistakes and learn to tolerate frustration
Basic first aid guide for sunburn, insect bites and other incidents children may face in summer
While on vacation, your kids can be exposed to jellyfish stings, cold shock response and many kinds of injuries. Here’s how you can deal with them
‘Baby Blues’ and postpartum psychosis: Women’s mental health after having a baby
Experts say society doesn’t adequately care for new mothers or pay enough attention to the period after a woman gives birth; they say that the lack of empathy and care for new mothers can lead to loneliness
Keys to avoid diagnosing false positives for ADHD
Nowadays, many children who are fidgety or too active are misdiagnosed; experts recommend consulting qualified specialists