Families are busier than ever and one of the things I find they often struggle with is effective communication. When a family describes a situation […]
The Problem of Technology “Addiction” – What We Can Do About It
So, I’ve now gone through why I think that technology can be “addictive,” (see previous posts An Addiction vs. A Problem and The Neuroscience of […]
The Problem of Technology “Addiction” – An Addiction vs. A Problem
I was recently interviewed on KXAN regarding technology addiction. Too much technology may tweak your life: kxan.com Given some of the constraints inherent in a TV […]
Everyday Blessings: The Inner Work of Mindful Parenting by Jon Kabat-Zinn and Myla Kabat-Zinn (book recommendation)
In this book, Jon Kabat-Zinn, one of the key figures in bringing mindfulness to the western world, and his wife Myla, tackle the task of […]
The Aftermath of Discipline on DadLabs
I recently was one of two psychologists interviewed for a segment on Dad Labs regarding how, as a parent, you should interact with your child […]
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us (Book & Media Rec)
I recently finished the unabridged audiobook of Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel H. Pink (read by the author). Although much […]
The Brady Bunch, Football, and Head Injuries
You are probably saying to yourself, “I see how the last two things are tied together, but what about the Brady Bunch?” I will tie […]
At What Age Should Children Be Allowed to Play Video Games?
When should children be allowed to play video games? This is a difficult question with which many parents struggle and can apply to many forms […]
Can Praise Be Harmful to Children?
It seems like it is common wisdom to praise our kids for things like their athletic skills, musical ability, intelligence, creativity, talent, and so on. […]
My teenager and I are constantly arguing. How do I change that?
Parent-child conflict in the teen years is common as teens begin to exert their independence and as parents try to maintain appropriate boundaries. However, if […]
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