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Do you have a bossy first-born, who sees themselves as your deputy in the family? Dr Judith Locke explains why the role of constant helper isn't always great for your child.

What happens when one child excels in some areas more than their siblings? As Dr Judith Locke explains, we can help children to feel good about themselves regardless.

Have you heard of Sherpa parents - 'helping' by doing the hard work kids should be doing themselves? Dr Judith Locke makes a compelling case for parents to back off.

At this time of year, class lists can be a hot topic and many parents might be doing everything they can to enable their child to be in a class with a specific friend or teacher in the next school year. But, writes Dr Judith Locke in this updated post, is it the best idea?

Raising a child that thrives, childhood obesity, concierge parents, and the school camp blues

Desperate families are struggling to cope with the emerging problem of online gaming, says child psychiatrist Philip Tam.

Dr Judith Locke, author of The Bonsai Child, explains to Shane Green why parents can do too much for their child.

There's growing awareness of the dangers posed by perfectionist thinking, writes Shane Green.