We all have heard people say, "I don't understand why my children are so different. They were raised in the same home with the same parents." Siblings are different and there are many reasons for such differences. In PsyPost, the Conversation writes about why...
Parenting
Big Consensus That Kids Of Same-Sex Couples No Different Than Others
In PsychCentral.com, Dr. Nauert reviews research that suggests children of same-sexed families are no different than children raised with heterosexual parents. Research in this area is important as the Supreme Court determines if marriage equality if required by the...
Twice Exceptional When Your Child Is Both Gifted And Learning Disabled
In the blog for Advanced Psychology, Dr. Tali Shenfield discusses some of the challenges associated with children who are gifted and learning disabled at the same time. Here is a link to the article: http:/www.psy-ed.com/wpblog/gifted-and-learning-disabled/
How Parents Can Mitigate The Effect Of Media Violence On Children
In today's culture, we cannot prevent our children from being exposed to violence. It's a part of pop culture, video games, television shows, and is quite frankly, all over the media. In MomsGetReal.com, Dr. Tali Shenfield provides tips for parents to address this...
Get Your Teen Screened For Depression
Doctors screen for many different illnesses to ensure early detection, diagnosis, and treatment. There are many available screens for mental illness but has historically been been overlooked in traditional healthcare settings. More and more doctors routinely screen...
How To Talk To Your Teen About Depression, Suicide
There are many difficult topics that are challenging to broach with children and teens. Mental illness is no exception. In the Washington Post, Anne Theriault writes an insightful article on talking to teens about depression and suicide. Here is a link to the...
Tips For Moms To Make Time For Themselves
Being a parent can prove challenging, especially for new mothers. It is crucial that mothers find time for themselves to maintain balance and well-being. In PsychCentral, Margarita Tartakovsky writes about importance for mothers to make time for themselves. Here is...
Protecting Teens From Danger: Tips and Advice For Parents
Parenting teens can often be challenging. Sometimes parents struggle with boundaries, knowing when to push, and when to provide space. In PsychCentral, Dr. Lynn Margolies provides useful tips for parents for protecting their teenagers from dangerous situations. Here...