Journal of Family Psychology

Psychology & Psychiatry

Study explores connections between romantic relationships, health

(Medical Xpress)—Having a supportive, committed partner in a relationship is beneficial for health no matter whether the status of the couple is dating, living together or married, according to a new study from University ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

How parents manage conflict has an impact on kids

Few parents want their children to hear them arguing, but since conflict is a normal part of any relationship, it can be hard to shield little ones from every spat.

Psychology & Psychiatry

Study highlights the importance of letting kids take the lead

Parents today often look for teachable moments—and opportunities abound. When reading a book with a child, for example, it might mean discussing story plots with him. If she isn't allowed to play a videogame, it means explaining ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

How fathers, children should spend time together

As men everywhere brace for an onslaught of ties, tools, wallets and novelty socks gifted for Father's Day, here are two questions fathers of young children should ask themselves: What activities are best for bonding with ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Parents' comparisons make siblings different

hey grow up in the same home, eat the same food, share the same genes (and sometimes the same jeans), but somehow siblings are often no more similar than complete strangers.

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