October 2017

I made my smartphone less useful, and it made me a better parent

How I've made my phone less useful, and in turn, redirected my attention where it needs to be.

By Carla Naumburg • Read more »

Teens may be hard-wired to take risks. A new book explains why.

Jess Shatkin's "Born to be Wild: Why Teens Take Risks, and How We Can Help Keep Them Safe" looks at why this behavior is a normal, and healthy, part of adolescence.

By Sarah Maraniss Vander Schaaff • Read more »

My autistic son's best friend gives him things that I can't

Colby treats T.J. like he's one of the guys, and that is truly a gift. He doesn't do it out of mercy, or for kudos. He simply likes T.J. and cares about him and their friendship.

By Lauren Swick Jordan • Read more »