According to a new study from Finland, parents who assertively try to coerce their children into doing more exercise may increase their kids' resistance to seeking physical activity. The Finnish ...

Encouragement from adults—like teachers, school counselors, and parents—is crucial for motivating students in school, particularly classes that kids perceive as difficult, such as math and science.

How to reengage and motivate students who are checking out of school—both mentally and physically—is a top priority for educators, especially as students are misbehaving and skipping class more now ...

In this video from our Bridging Differences for Parents and Teens series, learn how five families fostered skills for dialogue and understanding across group lines. Across school campuses and ...

As an internationally renowned teen life coach, I wake up to the same email every day: “My child’s grades have fallen off a cliff. They used to get all As. Now they’re getting Cs…and worse. Can you ...

Fifteen years ago, psychologists Barbara Rogoff and Maricela Correa-Chavez ran a simple experiment. They wanted to see how well kids pay attention — even if they don't have to. They would bring two ...

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - One local faith-based non-profit organization is finding their way to give back to the community. Motivation Begins with your Mindset is ‘kickin off’ their second ‘Kicks for ...