“He/she is trying to steal my best friend!” is a common complaint I hear from kids in my practice. For children, the feelings of jealousy, resentment, and even betrayal when a close friend starts ...

Get a real adult friend. Someone around your age and with whom you share things in common. Ugh! I have heard this oh so many times from adolescents and young adults. There is a fine balance between ...

The desire to be close to our children runs deep. We want them to confide in us, to enjoy our company, and to feel comfortable sharing their world. This natural longing often leads to a modern ...