Raising Children with Love

Most families will inevitably experience some form of hardship at some point in time. This could be an illness, death, or temporary separation of the family. This article will mainly focus on grief, though many of these principles can be applied to other situations. Differences by age Children can experience grief from a young age, though their experience with it will likely vary a little based on age on their mental and emotional development. For instance, toddlers may show signs of grief through separation anxiety or changes in sleeping or bathroom schedules; young children may become more aggressive during play or experience nightmares; teens may self-isolate and withdraw (Lovering, 2022) . It's also important to recognize that they may experience strong feelings of grief over things that may not seem as significant to adults, such as the loss of a pet or a friend moving away. Breaking the news There is no perfect time or place to reveal that something has happened or is going t...

 When to call it quits When marriages go south, it can be hard to know whether or not your relationship can or even should be salvaged. Maybe your partner cheated on you and you're wondering whether you should forgive them. Or maybe the relationship has turned toxic and you have concerns about neglect or abuse. Regardless of your exact situation, this video by a licensed therapist may offer you some guidance on when to call it quits: Saving a marriage Abuse, abandonment, and adultery are all historical reasons to sue for divorce. Now, no-fault divorce laws don't require proof of these things to file. One partner can legally choose to leave the marriage at will. This means that many marriages are now ending that potentially could've worked out. If your marriage is struggling--or even if it's doing okay--you may consider seeking professional guidance to work through things on an individual, spousal, or even family level. Considerations for children One of the main concern...