Children
Exploring the science and society of childhood. This section is in its early stages, featuring a preliminary selection of articles across various topics related to early development.
Essentials
Parenting Evidence
Children whose parents overvalue them grow more narcissistic
In 565 Dutch children aged 7 to 12, parents who saw their child as more special than others predicted rising narcissism over 18 months. Parental warmth predicted self-esteem, and a lack of warmth did not predict narcissism.
Frontier
AI replaces teachers in school experiment
David Game College has introduced an AI-driven GCSE program designed to provide personalized learning experiences. The system tailors lessons to…
Parennials build their entire identity and social life around their children
Parennials are parents who choose to involve their children in nearly all their daily activities, including social and leisure pursuits.…
What people without children are tired of being asked and told
Childfree adults often encounter intrusive and judgmental comments that reflect societal expectations about parenthood. These remarks, though sometimes well-intentioned, reveal…