Family Dynamics

It is possible for a single man or woman to adopt a child the same way a couple would. Raising an adopted child often carries with it special challenges. However, single parents of adopted...

Disputes, of one sort or another, are simply a fact of life--whether it's discussing the proper attire for a chilly day with a child, choosing which movie to check out with your spouse, or...

Conflict resolution is a challenging process. Conflict resolution is challenging because you have two individuals with competing feelings, beliefs and goals. Conflict resolution is a process--and...

Caring for elderly parents does not stop after their surgery recovery or when they enter the nursing home. The elderly loved one needs the fullest spectrum of living yet available to them. ...

Have you sometimes looked at other peoples' children and thought, "I wonder how they get their kids to behave?" or, "their child must have something wrong with them to be THAT...

A simple life causes us to rexamine our lifestyle and choose the good things in life and what really matters.

The decision to have kids should never be made lightly. The responsibility of Children is a life time commitment. There are many factors to consider when making this choice. Those factors range...

Why not do something different for this Valentine's Day. Treat your toddler to the unexpected. You may want to use these ideas and/or be creative and think of some of your own.

So the relationship ended, but you have a child together for the rest of your lives. You need to be on the same page as far as parenting goes for the sake of your child. In the beginning, it will...

keeping kids active is even harder now a days. It seems like all they want to do is watch movies or play video games.

How often do you lend out things to friends or family, never to see them again? More often than not, this is the case. If you lend something out, there's no telling if you'll ever see it again....

The family is the most important unit in the society. It is for this reason that leaders spend a lot of time giving us lectures about the family. We however know, that the family can sometimes...

Sometimes you just need space. This is how to avoid a person without them finding out you are avoiding them.

Recovery from addiction or mental illness can often be difficult. Many factors play a role in your loved one's road to recovery. Family communication acts as one of the important factors in the...

Our parents shape our lives, and the role of our father in particular is crucial to how we view the world and deal with joys and sorrows. The Father Principle deals with the role our dads play.

We recently had a new baby and were concerned about how our four year old would adjust. During the pregnancy he had been acting out and testing us so we wanted to figure out some ways to change...

A genogram is a diagram of a family, like a family tree, used to look at various patterns, usually over multiple generations (see references 1 and 2). Different symbols are used to represent...

Who doesn't want a harmonious relationship within your family? I bet everybody wants to have an almost perfect family right? So what are the secrets to have a happy family? Or, what are the ways...

Sometimes the hardest lessons in life are self taught. Many individuals enjoy helping others, yet fail to see the irony and similarities they have with those 'in need of help'. To relinquish the...

Often when you are set on achieving something, say starting a business, losing weight, or going back to college, there will be people in your life who have doubts about your abilities or chances...

Baby car seats are made for almost any size infant. They are great for safety, but your little one may not be comfortable in them, especially on long trips. When the baby sleeps, his head falls...

Pressure in our lives really starts right at our birth when we struggle to come out from our mother's womb. This is immediately followed by putting us up side down, regressive body shaking or even...

If you are moving back home to live with your parents as an adult, you are in good company. According to a report by the U.S. Census Bureau, there were nearly four million multi-generational...

Good inter- personal skills are an offshoot of our personality dynamics and a foundation to people relationships. Have you noticed that conflict often arises because people look at the world from...

Mastering positive communication skills increases self-esteem, improves relationships and opens the door to more opportunities in life. While healthy communication may not come naturally to...

Often our lives drift aimlessly like a boat in the rough sea and we run a life of frustrations and despair. The inner self craves for reconnecting with our roots but mental boundaries often act...

With today's technology busy families can stay connected through mobile texting, IM's and emails. Staying connected is one thing, staying close is another. Does your family need a way to...

The first thing to understand is that rebellious children want to have control. This is why it's difficult for parents to deal with children who are rebellious. Children with this attitude refuse...

If there is one thing families today need is predictability in the home. This just enforces stability within the home because there is a pace the family is going. And as long as everyone is going...

Alcoholism is one of the most frequently misunderstood diseases. People who are addicted to alcohol feel powerless and out of control when it comes to managing their alcohol intake. They will...

You are Cinderella before the ball dressed in tatters playing handmaid to your selfish family as they lounge and enjoy the better life. Maybe your situation is not quite so dire but you do feel...

You have choices. You can choose to live in the past, the present, or the future. I choose to live in the present. Below are a few tips for living in the Present.

Menopause marks the end of the childbearing years for a woman, and it is a normal, natural and inevitable part of every woman's life. It is frequently and appropriately referred to as the "change...

Learning to live with relatives is necessary if you are living with parents or grandparents in times of economic uncertainty, caring for an elderly or disabled family member or offering your own...

Jealousy, often understood as feelings of resentment when someone gains something that someone else feels he deserves, can be bewildering to children. Children who experience the angst of jealousy...

There are many people who refuse to grow up and take responsibility serious. It is sad but in some cases they never saw how to be disciplined or taught how to be responsible, however, as an adult...

What is one of your greatest fears? Less face it and keep it real. We all have had them. When fears are never addressed, they can turn into anxieties or even lead to depression. In order to...

Everyone has heard that stress causes many different health problems as well as annoyances like stubborn belly fat. But sometimes stressful situations occur that are completely out of our...

We’ve all seen them or been a part of them. Arguments affect everyone involved, whether they are simply on the sidelines or are an active participant. They are energy draining and hurtful. More...

Pregnancy is a major life change for the mother-to-be and the family who will be providing emotional and financial support for her. Sometimes, sharing the news of unplanned pregnancies is...

Have you ever talked to someone and everything that came out of their mouth was negative? The body mind and spirit are affected by our attitudes. By choosing to be positive you can manifest a...

If you've suffered the loss of a special relationship in your life, but have the opportunity to regain it--then by all means go for it. It's something you'll treasure always.

The North County Psychiatric Association explains that dementia is the loss of mental ability. The illness usually occurs later in life, in people over the age of 65. The older a person gets, the...

In order for a relationship to be considered healthy, it needs to uplift and be beneficial to both parties. If you are doing all the giving and your partner is doing all the taking, this isn't a...

An Oedipus complex begins early, when a child first tries to deal with his relationship to his parents. It tends to be a very deep-seated problem that can be difficult to fully address. This...

Feeling important and like you matter is one of the most basic human needs. Here are some tips that you can use to make others feel like they truly matter.

It's natural to want your mother's or your father's approval as a child. After all, these are the people who made you! But now you're 25 or 35 or 50 and there are still times when you find...