Available treatment methods have shown little effect on the burden associated with mental
health disorders. We review promising universal, selective, and indicated preventive mental …

Drawing on both classic and current approaches, I propose a theory that integrates
motivation, personality, and development within one framework, using a common set of …

Robust research shows that parenting stress is associated with lower levels of parental
sensitivity toward their children (ie, parental responsiveness), thus negatively influencing …

OBJECTIVE: To synthesize results of observational studies examining parenting behavior
and early childhood language in typically develo** samples. DATA SOURCES: Searches …

The development of early childhood self-regulation is often considered an early life marker
for later life successes. Yet little longitudinal research has evaluated whether there are …

Las intervenciones para prevenir la desnutrición o el exceso de peso en los niños se
enfocan en la dieta, y dan poca atención a los comportamientos de las personas …

OBJECTIVES: Quantity of talk and interaction in the home during early childhood is
correlated with socioeconomic status (SES) and can be used to predict early language and …

Purpose This research provided a first-generation standardization of automated language
environment estimates, validated these estimates against standard language assessments …

We review some of the growing evidence of the costs of poverty to children's
neuroendocrine function, early brain development, and cognitive ability. We underscore the …

This review examines the effectiveness of positive parenting interventions aimed at
improving sensitivity, responsiveness, and/or non-harsh discipline on children's early …