When They Don’t Recognize You Anymore
People with dementia often forget even close family members as the disease advances. “It can throw people into an existential crisis,” an expert said. By Paula SpanVeteran journalist It happened more…
People with dementia often forget even close family members as the disease advances. “It can throw people into an existential crisis,” an expert said. By Paula SpanVeteran journalist It happened more…
Every family has secrets. I spent the past few years reporting about racial violence in Sikeston, Missouri. Interviewing Black families there helped me uncover my family’s traumatic past, too. By…
Parents of autistic children have much higher levels of stress than parents of children with other disabilities. And it’s not just about the autism itself. By Dr. Trevor MazzucchelliAssociate Professor of Clinical PsychologyCurtin University Introduction If you’re a parent or…
Family Justice Centers are designed to provide one-stop support for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, child abuse and human trafficking. By Claudia Boyd-BarrettFreelance journalist Introduction Nina stared at…
Creative activities, from singing to poetry to ceramics, can help mothers feel calm, supported, and connected. By Dr. Maryam AbdullahParenting Program Director Introduction Maternal well-being is an important public health issue.…
A new book explores extreme differences between parents and children—and in so doing, reveals how we can all find empathy, resilience, and meaning in life’s most difficult experiences. By Jeremy Adam…
Whether we miss them, feel guilty about not having appreciated them more or struggle to forgive them, remembering our parents can hurt. Here’s how to move on. By Dr. Silvia Caprioglio PanizzaTeaching…
Raising children with behavioural, developmental or learning difficulties can also make parenting more challenging. So how can parent training help? By Dr. Cher McGillivrayAssistant Professor Psychology Department Bond University Introduction Problems with focus and…
Parents often think about a school’s quality, class sizes, safety and extracurriculars. LGBTQ parents may also want to know their family will be respected. By Dr. Abbie E. GoldbergProfessor of Psychology Clark University Many parents want to ensure that…
A new study finds benefits to forgiveness for mothers of children with disabilities. By Cameron ScottScience writer and editor Introduction Research finds that parents of children with disabilities experience higher levels…