Family Anatomy

Despite the importance of play, it appears to be disappearing from kindergarten classes.

Researchers have identified some behaviours that make it more likely that a child will be rejected by his or her classmates.

Research shows that we tend to see others as

Psychologists talk about fitting in, belonging, rejection, and cliques.

Belonging is a fundamental need for social creatures. Researchers have shown that peoples' behaviour can be changed by manipulating their perception of fitting-in.

Researchers report that girls are more likely to remain victims of bullying than boys.

Psychologists talk about recent research, including: individual sports and self-esteem, maternal stress and children with disabilities, and the parental role in boys' body image concerns.

How media use affects the psychological adjustment of teens.

Autistic kids are increasingly being placed in general education classes. What do parents need to know about school programs?

The difficulties of autistic kids vary widely - some clinicians have adopted a broad approach to address their needs.

Researchers have been trying to determine the processes that lead to the social deficits of kids with autism and related disorders.

High school students have to memorize a lot of information. What memory strategies are most effective?

Psychologists speak with Dr. Gillian Graham Bevan, a psychologist whose son has autism.