A big study looked at how family life affects kids' brains. They tracked over 10, 000 children until they turned 7. The study found that parents' education and money matter a lot. But it's not just about cash. How parents act and feel also leaves a mark. Kids with parents who have more education and money tend to do better in intelligence tests. But that's not the w...
A young adult, fresh out of college, is grappling with a recent family upheaval. Their parents' divorce was messy, and the young adult feels a deep sense of betrayal, especially towards their mother. She was the main earner, while their father stayed home. After the kids left for college, the mother had affairs and left their father. She's now remarried and even atte...
Ever wondered how a parent's bond with their child can influence academic success? A recent study dove into this topic, focusing on junior high school students in China. The findings? Both moms and dads play crucial roles, but moms seem to have a bigger impact. The study used data from the China Education Panel Survey to figure out how these relationships influence o...