by David Lowenstein | Mar 20, 2017 | Articles by Dr. Lowenstein
Bullying is a big problem, and just about everybody knows it. But while most of the attention is focused on bullying among young people, it’s important to realize that the problem is also prevalent in the adult workplace. In 2014, the Workplace Bullying...
by David Lowenstein | Mar 10, 2017 | Articles by Dr. Lowenstein
As a parent, few things are more unsettling than dealing with your child’s temper tantrum. From whining and crying to kicking and screaming, this upheaval of emotions is chaotic at best. Although this can be an ordinary rite of passage from the toddler years to...
by David Lowenstein | Dec 19, 2016 | Articles by Dr. Lowenstein
Holidays and families don’t always go hand in hand, and that’s often because most of us have unrealistic expectations. Let’s face it. Even if Ozzie and Harriet did seem like the ideal family, it was more Hollywood than reality. Truth is, your...
by David Lowenstein | Oct 25, 2016 | Articles by Dr. Lowenstein
Most parents are exposed to a wealth of information about bullying, from how to help the victim to how to raise a child who refrains from bullying behavior. While this is certainly helpful, it’s unfortunate that children are almost never the target of these...
by David Lowenstein | Jun 7, 2016 | Articles by Dr. Lowenstein
We’re all familiar with the clichés: Joe from next door shows up in a convertible with higher payments than his mortgage; Carol quits a successful law career to become a yoga instructor in Bali. We look at each other and nod, mouthing the words: midlife crisis. But...
by David Lowenstein | Feb 16, 2016 | Articles by Dr. Lowenstein, Parents
Helping Children Cope with Nightmares Nightmares are a common occurrence for adults, but they tend to be an even greater issue for young children. Nearly half of all children ages 3 to 6 will experience frequent nightmares at some point. And while nightmares can be...