A large new study finds smartphone ownership positively correlated with multiple measures of well being in 11- to 13-year-old ...

Mathematics anxiety is a feeling of tension and fear when dealing with numbers or performing calculations. It is a common ...

Schools can be a challenging environment for adolescents with social anxiety, but they are also an important setting for ...

Raising confident, well-adjusted kids who can succeed as adults often means trusting them more and worrying less, says ...

The fear of rejection -- familiar to many children and adults -- can significantly impact how kids behave in their peer groups, according to new research.

Spending time with therapy dogs can lower a child’s anxiety during ED visits, according to findings from a randomized ...

Service dogs have proven effective in benefiting children with autism and their families, according to research from the University of Arizona. A mother also shares her own family's story.

Familiarity with therapy before college is the greatest predictor of seeking mental health help during college.

The study found that children who feel anxious about being rejected are more likely to conform to academic expectations like studying harder or following classroom rules. They're also less likely ...

Music has emerged as a powerful tool for supporting children with autism spectrum disorder, particularly in managing anxiety ...