They are the key to a happy and successful life, so learning how to make friends is a vital skill. Parents can help, but not in the way they think, says Viki Wilson

The recklessness, rage and moody spells of adolescence may be down to the fact that the brain has yet to fully develop, says David Servan-Schreiber

Having children affects how our brains develop, and forces us to learn flexibility and new skills. David Servan-Schreiber explains why bringing up a child can be the best therapy

Part of the magic of childhood is the ability to get lost in the worlds of imagination and discovery. What’s more, says Emma Cook, nurturing our children’s curiosity will strengthen our bond and help them grow

We like to think that having children will bring us joy and a sense of wellbeing, but a growing body of research suggests that isn’t so. So when it comes to parenting, where have we gone wrong? Emily L Baker looks at the evidence

Manage outbursts and keep the peace, says Sarah Neish

When your children grow up and move out, you can lose your sense of identity. Don’t let yourself go, says Anna Moore

Louise Chunn believes that parents do f*** up the next generation, but not in the way we used to think

It’s not money, or even the in-laws. Kate Burt reveals the surprising issue that’s most likely to cause divorce among working couples, and asks if it’s time women learned to share

Give your children the tools to manage their own emotions, says clinical psychologist Dr Stephen Briers, and you’ll prime them to become confident, well-adjusted adults