When bullying happens at school, most parents immediately recognize it as a problem. Bullying that occurs at home between siblings, on the other hand, is often normalized. Many parents aren’t sure where to draw the line between typical, minor sibling conflicts and genuine abuse, while others are unaware of the long-term damage sibling bullying can cause. Due to this ...
Does talking to your child sometimes feel like speaking to a brick wall? While we all want our kids to express their opinions, some children assert themselves by refusing to acknowledge other points of view, which can be extremely frustrating. If your child has a domineering communication style, correcting him probably feels impossible, no matter how wrong he is. His ...
Adding a new baby to the family is both thrilling and challenging, particularly if you already have a child at home. Transitioning from being a single-child household to a household where multiple children are present marks a significant shift in your family dynamic, and it’s crucial to understand how these changes will affect your older child. Preparing your child ...
It is very upsetting for parents to see their children bicker and fight. However, take comfort in knowing that some level of sibling rivalry is normal and healthy and that as a parent you can do something to help your children build satisfying relationships with each other. Sibling rivalry is often caused by jealousy, stemming from the way that parents ...
With climate change becoming an increasingly common theme in politics, news, and even entertainment, it’s no wonder more young ...
Autism has been in the spotlight for many years. In movies, television, and novels, autistic characters are portrayed to have ...
As a psychologist living and working in Toronto, where 51% of residents were born outside Canada, I deal with immigration related ...
