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Bing Bong, the imaginary friend from the animated movie "Inside Out," clearly has a substantial fan base in San Antonio. The fanciful character can be found in physical form across from the ...

May is mental health awareness month, which provides a good opportunity for adults to talk with the children in their lives ...

A new Michigan children's book, "Frida's Fireworks," teaches kids to manage emotions with help from a real-life facility dog named Scout.

Is your child quiet, anxious, or struggling to make friends? Discover small steps that can make a big difference in ...

Twelve-year-old Evan seems like a dream kid—respectful, conscientious, and always ready with a polite smile. His teachers say ...

Teaching kids character strengths and life skills such as empathy is one of the most important jobs of being a parent. Empathic kids can put themselves in someone else's shoes. It also allows them to ...

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