by Other | Mar 27, 2014 | Children, Family, Relationships
Written by Francine Martinez, Ph.D. One of the things that commonly happens when people become parents is this introspection about how they want to influence the life of their child. We can talk idealistically about the values we want to model and instill, yet we are...
by Other | Feb 7, 2014 | Children, Family
Written by Francine Martinez, Ph.D. “When my kids become wild and unruly, I use a nice, safe playpen. When they’re finished, I climb out.” ~Erma Bombeck Parenthood is one of the most challenging, rewarding, confusing and personal growth experiences someone can...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Dec 4, 2013 | Children, Grief
Children and adolescents grieve differently than adults. Grief occurs in many different circumstances, especially for children. In addition to losing a loved one through death, children grieve when the family has to relocate or change schools. In addition, grief...
by Other | Nov 26, 2013 | Children, Family, Relationships
Written by Karin Thebus, Psy.D. Most of us would say that we love our families… that is, until we spend extended periods of time with them. When family members stop playing nice and the gloves come off, many families go to what can only be described as “the dark...
by Other | Nov 25, 2013 | Children, Family
Written by Fabiola Figueroa, Ph.D. What am I doing wrong? If you are like many parents of young children, you have probably asked yourself this question before. It is difficult, to say the least to effectively manage children’s behavioral problems. If you have tried...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Nov 21, 2013 | Children, Family
For children, divorce can be stressful, sad, and confusing. At any age, kids may feel uncertain or angry at the prospect of their parents splitting up. As a parent, you can make the process and its effects less painful for your children. Helping your kids cope with...
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