“Mercifully, one person stuck by me through it all — my mom, nicknamed the Bird on account of the choppy,
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What can couples therapy accomplish?
From the how-tos, to the how-comes, to navigating emotionally charged issues! Couples therapy involves the following sequence, and more. 1)
Continue readingAddiction can happen to anyone
Read about a mother’s journey to fight her addiction.
Continue readingNeeding-to-win fight strategies hurt your marriage
“In contrast, many partners fight in ways that consistently hurt their relationship. One or both become need-to-win combatants, establishing a
Continue readingWarning signs: Fights couples have before break-up
If you are having a “I feel like we’re roommates” or “we never should have gotten together” fight with your partner,
Continue reading6 ways to connect with teenage sons
1) Focus on loving, high-yield interactions. 2) Tackle stereotypes about masculinity. 3) Show interest in his life. 4) Ask questions
Continue readingADHD, or trauma?
“We need to realize, with great compassion, that the symptoms of ADHD and trauma look very similar.” Read more.
Continue readingWhat is the point of therapy?
“[D]epression is less like a tumour and more like a stabbing pain in your abdomen: it’s telling you something, and
Continue readingAn age-by-age guide to what our kids need
A comprehensive guide that cover 0 month to adolescence. Read more.
Continue readingEntitlement in children and what to do about it
Amy McCready: “over-entitled kids eventually become high-maintenance employees and demanding spouses with the same childish attitudes…kids who feel entitled to
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