Some children tend to use what psychologists call ‘maladaptive’ thinking patterns. That is, they tend to exaggerate the negative elements of situations, to jump to erroneous conclusions, and to fail to change their negative perspectives when there is clear evidence to...
A delusion is a belief that is not consistent with reality. This belief could be evidence of a very serious problem and may need immediate attention. It is one thing for your child to have an active imagination and to believe that dragons are real or that Harry Potter...
Your children may have times in life when they seem to have a low self-esteem, self-image, or self-concept. These terms mean a poor sense of self and a lack of confidence in one’s own abilities. Children with low self-esteem may hesitate to put themselves out there,...
Perhaps in part due to the sometimes tragic consequences, bullying is a hot topic these days. We often hear about bullying on the news. If your child is truly the victim of bullying, you will observe a few telltale signs that will be discussed in this article. It is...
Most families encounter disagreements or difficult interactions. Some level of tension or disagreement is a normal part of family life. When these interactions become a regular occurrence, this tension could be a red flag of a more serious problem. A family is an...