Living with a child with anxiety can put an entire family on edge. It is not uncommon for parents to worry about their own parenting skills as they work on raising their child through emotional turmoil. Self-doubt, self-blame, and confusion can blur our effectiveness as moms and dads. We want to help and not hurt. But, there are keys, uncomplicated strategies, that can transform you into a confident parent.
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What’s Reasonable to Expect from Your Child’s Social Skills? – Info and Tips.
Selman (1981) proposed an idea of how children’s skills and perspectives on friendships develop over time. Outlined here as well are suggestions for how you, as a parent, can use this to guide and support your child’s social skills and strengthen your family relationships. Stage 1: Friendship Based on Proximity (3-7 years) Definition: Anyone whoContinue reading “What’s Reasonable to Expect from Your Child’s Social Skills? – Info and Tips.”
Love Relationship: Should you breakup?
4 questions for women who are dating to ask themselves before they commit. This choice will affect your life and the well-being of your children. Long-term Implications for the danger signs are suggested. Decide if you don’t fit to quit!
The Co-Parents’ Guide to Holiday Gift Giving- Tips to Reduce Conflict and Stress.
Holiday gift giving is about love. Discover how to not let your co-parent turn it to grief.
8 Ways to Connect with Your Teen
Fun Ways to Draw Closer to Your Adolescent Sadly many parents and teen’s relationships grow in distance during the teen years. Parents get discouraged by their teen’s pre-occupation with their peers and media and their “apparent” disinterest in spending time with their family. However, their apathy is only an illusion. Teens do want to connectContinue reading “8 Ways to Connect with Your Teen”