The Intuitive Parent

The art and science of child development.

Distinguishing Social Activism and Healthy Scientific Debate

Impassioned scientific debate and criticism are essential for discovery. Social activism aimed at bullying scientists into abandoning research is antithetical to discovery.

The Dark Side of Social Media Activism in Science

Will clinical-translational discovery be derailed when targeted by social activism?

Public Policy, Chromosomes, Genes, and Societal “Cures”

Public policy on the use of genetic testing must include protection for all people.

Follow-up to Vaccines Cause Autism: The Lie that Never Dies

In science, as in life, being "old" is not necessarily a vice.

Vaccines Cause Autism: The Lie That Never Dies

Why does the "vaccines cause autism" myth persist even in the face of overwhelming evidence that vaccines do not cause autism?

(Intellectual) Death by Worksheets in Today's Schools

Kindergarten children's latent love of learning is being destroyed by attempts to "teach to the test" and prepare for a lifetime of worksheet drudgery.

The Ongoing Rise in Autism: What in the World Is Going On?

Why do the reported rates of autism keep rising? And, will they keep rising despite new programs designed to detect and treat it?

Iceland "Cures" Down Syndrome: Should America Do the Same?

When--and how--should society decide who should--and should not be born"

Only in America: 33 Percent Is a "Passing" Grade in Math!

The need for honesty and accountability in our schools

The Emerging Crisis in Critical Thinking

What can parents and teachers do to improve thinking ability?

Lessons from Down Syndrome: Learning from Herbie

Be sure to say "hello" to people with Down Syndrome. Their day, and yours, will definitely be brighter if you do.

My Child Has Been Referred for Special Ed Testing: Now What?

Special education testing can be a bewildering process. Here's what you can do to help your child.

US Schools and the Astounding Rise in ADHD

Teachers—and schools—should not be diagnosing ADHD or pushing medication. In fact, US teaching approaches may be causing ADHD "symptoms" in young children.