Parental Burnout Epidemic: Understanding and Treating the Silent Struggle
'Parental Burnout' is when parents feel emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, and detached from their responsibilities. It is the physical, mental, and emotional fatigue one feels from the constant stress of parenting.
Are Video Games Inherently Bad or a Convenient Scapegoat?
Are video games responsible for violence? Do they make you aggressive? Are there any benefits for video games? Should I let my children play?
Parentification's Devastating Consequences on Childhood
Trauma is intergenerational. Parentification often gets passed down from one generation to the next. The earlier it begins and the longer it lasts, the more detrimental it is to the child.
How I Protect My Children Against Sexual Assault
As a parent, the idea of harm falling onto my children is terrifying. It is a fear that keeps me up at night. As a Forensic Psychologist, I see the dark side of humanity. With my experience, I'm using these methods to protect them from sexual assault.
'Mom Rage': Why Am I So Angry?
Nothing prepared me for 'Mom Rage.' My moods felt out of control. I felt on edge or like I would snap the next person who spoke to me. Something needed to change.
Biggest Predictors of Divorce
Dr. Gottman could predict with 90% accuracy which couple would divorce and which stay together. He came up with the 'Four Horsemen' of divorce:
1. Contempt
2. Criticism
3. Defensiveness
4. Stonewalling
Why You Should Always Support Your Child's Dreams, Even if You Don't Believe in Them.
You don't have to teach them the world is unfair, the world will do that for you.
Why You Should Apologize to Your Children
Why we should apologize to our children:
- It models good behavior
- It builds trust
- It teaches them it is okay to make mistakes
- It repairs the relationship between you and them
