Videos
92 "Dilemmas" videos
Why kids who know how to lose get way ahead
Bestselling author Po Bronson explains why kids who are afraid of losing are at risk of never really succeeding.
What's a parent to do when their child announces, "I don't like reading!"?
Don't despair, says Book Love author Melissa Taylor. Instead, try these three secrets to get your reluctant reader hooked on books.
What U.S. parents can learn from Hong Kong parents about responding to a low test score
Author Po Bronson explains a study about how mothers in Hong Kong and the U.S. respond differently when they think their child has done poorly on an IQ exam.
Raising Sadie: my bipolar child
Her daughter was diagnosed at the age of five. In this video, Dorothy describes what it's like raising a child with bipolar disorder.
How to help a disorganized child
Parenting expert John Duffy reveals how you can help transform even the most scattered child into a master of organization.
Johanna Stein on "Mom, what's wrong with him?"
"It's OK. The legs are in the closet." A series of unfortunate events followed when the comedienne’s daughter asked this question. Here’s how she responded.
What to say when your child complains about their teacher
Raising Happiness author Christine Carter says too many parents respond by saying, "Of course she doesn't!" But this isn't the right approach.
Richard Weissbourd on "Mom, what's wrong with him?"
It’s a question that makes parents cringe, but the author of The Parents We Mean to Be says to treat the moment with compassion to avoid making the situation worse.
Carol Dweck on the "gifted curse"
Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck explains why the smartest kids sometimes fail.
Po Bronson: How girls and boys play differently
Author Po Bronson talks about how the research on gender and competition informs his daughter's soccer team.
Sh*tty Moms on "You're not the boss of me!"
That sass will not be tolerated, say "Sh*tty Moms" co-authors Alicia Ybarbo and Mary Ann Zoellner. Here's their take-no-prisoners advice for such disrespect.
Christine Carter on "You're not the boss of me!"
The Raising Happiness author and parenting expert says the more you let your kids be the boss, the less you're likely to hear this complaint.
