Parental bond helps children’s mental health in later life

Not surprisingly, children who have warm, loving relationships with their parents not only tend to have fewer mental health problems during early childhood and adolescence, but are kind, empathetic, helpful and generous – all so-called pro-social habits. Conversely, children whose early parental … Read More

Love, hope and security can all help children grow

Feeling loved and secure isn’t just good for mental health, it can help you grow too. That’s the conclusion from a ­fascinating study that delved into height records from the 1800s-1990s and analysed their link with economic conditions. The deep … Read More