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A Parent’s Guide to Managing the Transition to College with Your Son/Daughter Part 2
By: Other | May 24, 2013
Written by Francine Martinez, Ph.D. High school graduation is behind us, thank you notes are written, graduation parties are over, and summer jobs are now confirmed…so what’s next? The summer before your student leaves for college is an important transition time for him/her, there will be expectations of time with you and an unspoken assumption […]
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Being a Stepmother on Mother’s Day
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | May 13, 2013
Mother’s Day is a time for Mom to be acknowledged for the hard work and unconditional love she offers to her children and family. It is typically celebrated as a time for Mom to bask in the glow of love and attention from her partner and children. For stepmoms, Mother’s Day can trigger the deepest […]
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A Parent’s Guide to Managing the Transition to College with Your Son/Daughter, Part I
By: Other | April 30, 2013
Written by Francine Martinez, Ph.D. There are many milestones in our life that lead us to pause and reflect on our changing roles; becoming a parent and then seeing them grow into adulthood are two of those milestones. In “another life” I had the pleasure of working in university settings, experiencing and witnessing the process […]
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Child Concepts of Death
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | March 20, 2013
The loss of a loved through death one can be an extraordinarily difficult time for everyone in the family. For children, this can also be a time of confusion and fear. Depending on a child’s age, he or she may not fully understand the concept of death and not yet realize that death is permanent. […]
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Making Goodbyes Easier: A Parent’s Guide to Managing Separation Anxiety in Children
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | March 14, 2013
On Tuesday, March 19, Dr. Rochelle Perper was featured on the FOX5 San Diego morning segment entitled “ The Mommy and Daddy Handbook” to discuss separation anxiety in young children. You can see the video here. In tandem with the segment, Therapy Changes has released A Parent’s Guide to Managing Separation Anxiety in Children. Tearful, […]
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What to Expect When Facing Divorce: A Family Perspective
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | February 19, 2013
Divorce is a life changing event and typically a painful process for all concerned. Families experiencing divorce are in a process of transitioning to a new family structure. The impact upon the child and family during this time is profound and requires care and attention. Therapy can be helpful during this time to mobilize a […]
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Parenting Approaches to Foster Children’s Self-Esteem
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | January 30, 2013
Healthy self-esteem is like a child’s armor against the challenges of the world. Kids who feel generally good about themselves seem to have an easier time managing conflicts and resisting negative pressures. They tend to smile more and have more friends. These kids are realistic and generally optimistic. In contrast, kids with low self-esteem often […]
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