Parents and Teachers Are Seeing Children Differently — And Science Explains Why A science-based look at child meltdowns, co-regulation, attachment theory, and emotional regulation for parents and teachers. A child screams over a small disappointment. A student shuts down after being corrected. A teenager slams the door and refuses to talk. For decades, adults were often taught to interpret these behaviors as defiance, manipulation, disrespect, or poor discipline. But modern d

A parent helps their child build emotional intelligence at home using principles inspired by Yale’s RULER method. What Is the RULER Method? In recent years, more schools and parents have begun recognizing that academic success alone is not enough for children to thrive. Emotional intelligence—the ability to recognize, understand, express, and manage emotions—has become an essential life skill. One of the most respected emotional intelligence programs in education today is the