Dr. Bank has worked with children, adolescents, and families for over 35 years. The focus of this work has been to help parents develop healthy and effective skills and practices as their children and teenagers mature. Dr. Bank also works with adults and older adults to assist with relationship issues with children and adult children as well as with marital and partner relationships. In addition, Dr. Bank has worked as an NIH scientist to improve interventions for children, adolescents, and their families. He has authored and co-authored dozens of research papers and presentations.