Why Teens Are Killing Kids

Why did a 15-year-old kill 9-year-old Elizabeth Olten? And why did a 14-year-old kill 4-year-old Alex Mercado? A psychologist sheds some light.

Casey Anthony Labeled Caylee Trouble?

Novelty T-shirts send a damaging message to your kid.

The Green-Eyed Mommy

Jealousy gets triggered in us when we feel competitive with someone, and we also feel like we have failed or not measured up in some way. Basically it is the idea that my cup is empty and I can't tolerate the fullness of yours, so I would like to spoil, spill, or destroy yours in some way.

NEVER Let Them Walk to School Alone!

Why are we still debating whether children under the age of 13 should be allowed to walk to and from school alone? Given the clear danger of predatory child sexual abusers, we must wake up to the reality that we can't live as if it is 1970.

The Heene Parents and Emotional Abuse

I am outraged and disgusted by the behavior of both Heene parents. If what is said is true, there is clear evidence of emotional abuse and neglect.

Tag and Tears at the Cemetery

Today is the Yartzeit (Hebrew word for anniversary of a death) of our second child, Ozzie. He died October 18, 2002.

Sexting Your Spouse and Other Fun Things!

If you or your spouse is not happy with your sexual relationship, it is time to act quickly!

Balloon Boy's Family -- Plain and Simple Neglect

Don't Worry, Be Happy!

You will either thank or be angry at your parents for your level of happiness.

Why Moms Procrastinate

Do you put things off? Us, too. But don't put off reading this article -- it just might change your life.

Dropping the F-Bomb May Be Good for You!

Researchers in England have discovered that swearing helps us cope with stress and pain. Say what?

Jon Doing Right Thing for Wrong Reason?

Regardless of his motives, one mom thinks Jon Gosselin's decision to stop the show is a good thing. Find out why.

Letterman: Office Romance or Dating Disaster?

Your handsome coworker has been giving you the eye -- do you go for it or say "no way"?

Yom Kippur: Are You Choosing Life?

The days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are all about choice -- opting to leave negativity behind and pressing toward a positive future. What are you choosing today?

Consensual? Really, Mackenzie?

Out of the Closet: Raising Kids in Gay Families

While it is becoming more commonplace for gay and lesbian individuals to raise children, finding community support isn't so easy.

My Kid Left for College ... Now What?

Some moms kick up their heels when their kids leave -- others, not so much.

Bullies, Work Violence, and Annie Le's Murder

With the recent news of Annie Le's murder at her place of work, consider these shocking statistics: On an average working day, three people will be murdered on the job in the U.S. One million coworkers are assaulted and more than 1,000 are murdered every year. What is more shocking is the fact that half of these cases go unreported.