Children in foster care are at relatively high risk for difficulties in school including behavior problems and poor academic performance. The Kids In Transition to School (KITS) intervention is demonstrating success preventing disruptive behavior when fostered children start kindergarten, while improving their readiness for school.
July 2013
19 July 2013
Parents all over the world want both a good relationship with their children and for their children to succeed. A recent study has looked into how these two pieces fit together.
11 July 2013
Binge drinking, illicit drug use and associated risky sexual behavior are particular concerns with Hispanic delinquent youth in United States. An evaluation of the Familias Unidas parenting program suggests it is effective in reducing some of the worst outcomes.
01 July 2013
Peer rejection can seriously damage children’s emotional development; but do problems relate more to personal characteristics, or to upbringing and environment? A Canadian study highlights strong genetic influences.
