It’s just four hours into a calm, lazy Saturday morning, and I feel a kid tugging at my sweats. “Mom, I’m bored.” Seriously? You haven’t been home for more than a few waking hours in the last week ...

One of my earliest childhood memories is telling my mother that I was bored. Along with “Are we there yet?” on car trips and “I want pizza” almost every night, it was one of my most of-repeated ...

Sometimes “I’m bored” means “I’m up for some challenge and excitement, and I want you to make that happen,” but it can also mean, “I have a problem.” First, check in with your child or teenager and ...

Even with endless social media apps, streaming services and shows to binge at our disposal, a sense of ennui is inevitable on any given day. However, when boredom hits, it's an opportunity to get ...

Bored? Stop scrolling and try one of these tech-free activities — from brushing up on basic life skills to reconnecting with your spouse. (Getty Images) If you find yourself doom-scrolling or ...

It's the question I've been (surprisingly) asked by parents more frequently than any other over the past year. So what do you say when your kid says "I'm bored"? Well, not much. The thing is, it's ...

About a month ago I walked into the living room and saw my son lying on his back on the rug, gazing up at the ceiling. He gave the impression of having been in that position for some time – hours, ...