Self-regulation refers to the ability to independently manage emotions and adjust one's behavior under stress. Young children ...

I’ve never met a teenager who likes to have a blood drawn, but for some, the experience causes deep anxiety, fear, and pain that’s disproportionate to the procedure. In my decades as a pediatrician ...

As humans, we experience vast arrays of emotions. While some of us have the ability to manage those emotions and reveal them during intentional moments, many of us do struggle with those big feelings, ...

Experiencing feelings of being overwhelmed, stressed and anxious can occur relatively quickly. That’s why emotional self-regulation (ESR) is such an important skill. It helps us manage emotions, cope ...

The foundation for healthy eating behavior starts in infancy. Young children learn to regulate their appetite through a combination of biological, psychological, and sociological factors. In a new ...

I study self-regulation, but I still struggle to manage my emotions as a parent at times. Parents' actions can strongly shape how children develop self-regulation, so I'd like to do better. Strategies ...