Talking with Your Kids about Race
We live during a time when concerns over racism are on the rise. In fact, 58 percent of Americans say racism is a “big problem in our society,” according to a Pew Research Center Survey conducted in August 2017. That number is up from just 28 percent in 2011. Yet despite these statistics, racism is […]
Helping Children after a Disaster
Spider Man is visiting children at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. You heard that right. A person dressed in a Spider Man costume has been visiting kids in the shelter, handing out stickers and generally trying to put a smile on the faces of some of the city’s younger evacuees. This small […]
Helping Children Manage Stress after the Violence in Charlottesville
As a parent, you may be struggling with how to talk with your children about the recent violence and display of hatred in Charlottesville. In times like this, it’s important to remember that children look to their parents to make them feel safe. This is true no matter what age your children are, from toddlers […]
Helping Your Child Cope with Divorce
Most of us are keenly aware of our country’s high divorce rates, although recent statistics indicate that the numbers may be dropping. Regardless, divorce is a tough pill for any couple to swallow, and it could be even more traumatic for their children. It’s important for parents to know how to help their kids cope […]
Teens and Suicide – What You Need to Know
In a recent post, I discussed adolescent depression and the many tragic issues associated with it. Certainly not the least of these is suicide, which is listed as the third-leading cause of death among 10- to 24-year-olds. The topic recently garnered a significant amount of attention among teens, parents, the media and the psychiatric community […]
Beyond the Wedding: 6 Tips for a Strong Marriage
You’ve walked down the aisle, danced the first dance and cut the cake. Now what? In a society focused more on the act of getting married than the act of staying married, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters. While I don’t pretend to have all of the answers and realize that each […]
Fighting Fair in Front of the Kids
Couples argue. That’s a fact of life. But when fighting takes place in front of the kids, things can get complicated. That’s when arguments between spouses and partners take on new meaning as they may drastically impact their audience. While it may be true that some disagreements are unavoidable, it’s important to keep things civil—especially […]
How to Talk with Your Kids about Terrorist Attacks
After the recent terrorist attacks in Manchester and London, England, you may be wondering how to talk with your kids about these incidents. Depending on the age of your children, you may question if it’s even necessary. Unfortunately, we live in an age when kids see and hear about these horrific events almost as they […]
What Parents Need to Know about Mental Illness on College Campuses
This time of year, it’s hard to drive around Columbus and not spot a graduation sign posted in a friend or neighbor’s yard. While there is so much to celebrate, the prospect of going away to college can be daunting for both students and their parents. While your child may be worried about housing assignments […]
The Many Faces of Maternal Depression
Since Mother’s Day is this month, I’d like to touch on a topic that can be hard to discuss but one that hits close to home for many moms. While this nationally recognized holiday is usually associated with brunches, flowers and family gatherings, it is sometimes met with sadness, painful memories and depression. With […]
