Not only does positive parenting make for a happier family life, but it also enhances children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development going forward. A recently published study shows ...

As Houston-area families gear up for spring break, experts are sounding the alarm: the combination of free time and teen loneliness can be a dangerous mix.

For decades, my colleagues and I advanced the premise that early substance use—nicotine, alcohol, or cannabis (or other addicting drugs)—interferes with critical maturation stages, particularly ...

You pour a glass of wine after a long day. Maybe your partner steps outside for a cigarette. Maybe there’s cannabis in the mix, too. For many parents, these habits feel separate from their kids. They ...

By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD Zero-alcohol ads may look harmless, but new research suggests they are associated with stronger brand ...