4 Ways to Express Gratitude This Thanksgiving
The stores may be prematurely crammed with holiday decorations and Christmas music, but there’s still time to focus on Thanksgiving and give thanks. In fact, expressing gratitude can provide many hidden benefits, beginning with the fact that you naturally encourage others when you do it. But expressing gratitude offers some additional benefits for you as well, […]
The Times Are Changing
Coping with the Winter Months Daylight Savings Time is behind us, and while you may have consciously accepted the shorter hours of sunlight as an irritating fact of life, your body (and mind) may not yet be on board. Adjusting to the winter schedule can take a toll on both your physical and mental health. […]
7 Tips to End the Homework Drama in Your House
The end of September is quickly approaching, and the school year is in full swing. For many households, that means dealing with the daily homework grind. Unfortunately, many children view homework as punishment rather than an opportunity to reinforce what they’ve learned at school, and this could trigger a power struggle between you and your […]
It’s Not Okay
Teach Your Children What to Do If They Witness Bullying It’s sad to say, but bullying is on the rise in America, and it can affect your children both directly and indirectly. Truth is, research indicates that students who witness bullying may be even more psychologically affected by it than the individuals who are directly […]
Depression In Teens – What You Need To Know
In a recent post, I talked about ways to help a friend or loved one who may be suffering from depression. When that loved one is a teenager or young adult, however, the warning signs, diagnosis and treatment options are often different. It is estimated that depression affects roughly 11 percent of teenagers. Although […]
New School Year, New Problems
In a recent interview, I discussed some of the issues associated with back-to-school anxiety. Now that the new school year is upon us, many parents are witnessing this anxiety as their children adjust to new surroundings. It’s not uncommon for any child, regardless of his grade level, academic ability or social demeanor, to experience challenges […]
How To Help When Someone You Love Is Depressed
In the wake of the sudden and tragic death of comedian and actor Robin Williams, the topic of depression once again rises to the surface. And rightfully so. It is a disease that affects millions of people each year. Yet while the sheer number of people who suffer from depression is alarming, the amount […]
Talking To Your Child About Tragedy
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” To this day, especially in times of “disaster,” I remember my mother’s words and I am always comforted by realizing that there are […]
Fantasy or Reality: Do Teens Always Know the Difference?
In a recent interview about the Slenderman controversy, I talked about how the media can impact teens. In case you’re not familiar with this scenario, Slenderman is a fictitious character that was created in 2009 as part of an online contest seeking paranormal images. The original creator of Slenderman submitted a black-and-white picture that […]
9 Tips for Nurturing the Father-Son Relationship
Earlier this month I shared a blog post with my favorite tips for dads raising daughters. As Father’s Day approaches, it’s only right to make sure I give fathers of sons equal billing—although as the father of girls, this territory is a bit foreign to me. Truth is, much of what I shared in my […]
