My Brother, My Bully – When a Sibling Wields the Sword

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Just when we think we have made significant inroads on bullying at school, a study published in the journal Pediatrics reveals that sibling bullying can be far worse than what happens at school.

According to a study of over 3,500 children (up to age 17), the long-term consequences of being bullied, Read more

Quiz: What Is Your Conflict Personality?

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Here’s a newsflash: even the best couples fight. And it’s not conflict that drives couples apart – in fact, a little disagreement with your spouse or partner can show commitment to the relationship.

Over time, conflict can build trust in the idea that you can handle hard times together. It’s the way you and your partner fight that can drive a wedge between you.
This quiz will help you start to understand your conflict personality Read more

The Favorite Child

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Do you prefer one of your children?
If you think your favoritism is no big deal—think again. The consequences for both the Golden Child and the runner-up can last a lifetime.

The reality is that most parents will identify with one of their offspring more than the others, which is not harmful when all the children are well loved. But favoritism, taken to an extreme, can cause psychological and even physical harm. Read more

The High-Stakes Price Children Pay When a Parent Sneaks Around

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Whether or not an adult decides to cheat when married (or in a committed relationship) is basically his or her business.
I am a firm believer that consenting adults should be free to do anything they want, within reason.

After all, as adults, they possess the freedom of choice,  and in choosing to cheat, one presumes that the participants are also cognitively choosing to suffer the consequences. Read more