Dear self-centered, lazy, ungrateful teenagers, Lately, I’ve seen quite a few articles on the new generation of ingrates, articles claiming that the attitudes and self-centeredness of teens these days are worse than in any generation before them. Maybe-so, but this … Continue reading
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12 habits that could ruin your relationship.
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1) Being condescending, sarcastic, or contemptuous toward your partner: 2) Failing to intentionally appreciate his/her unique talents and contributions: 3) Criticizing or emasculating your man (Gottman): 4) Stonewalling, avoiding, or ignoring your woman (Gottman): 5) Mentioning that she must be … Continue reading
Handle Your Judgy Mom Friends Like a Boss.
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By Angelica Shiels Psy.D. So really!? Mom judging is still happening in the day and age when Huff Post Parents and every mommy blog out there preaches “tolerance” and “support” on a daily basis? Guess for some, all the articles in the … Continue reading
Train your wife like you train your penis.
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By Angelica Shiels, Psy.D. Some women were offended by my recent post, “Train your man like you train your toddler. Women were outraged that they would have to “train” their partner, and felt like women should not have to jump through … Continue reading
TELL your Kid about his Autism diagnosis.
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Note: FYI, since this article has been written, the diagnoses of “autism,” “aspergers” and “pervasive developmental disorder” have been eradicated. Now, a child on the spectrum must fall into the category of “autism spectrum disorder” or “social communication disorder.” ******************************************************************************************* … Continue reading
Lessons from a fairy tale: Raising the kinds of piggies that will build their houses with bricks
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By Angelica Shiels Psy.D. “I WANT to drink chocolate milk before bed! WHY won’t you LET me?!” My three year old has the persistence and determination to be the next Bill Gates in few decades. Sometimes I tell him “no,” … Continue reading
Vital information for couples.
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This is a PDF file that I didn’t write, but I often find myself passing it out during the first session of couples therapy. It is great stuff. Four Horsemen Handout
What if my husband (or wife) refuses to go to couples therapy?
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What if my husband (or wife) refuses to go to couples therapy? This guy: “Therapy? What? You’ve got to be kidding.” By Angelica Shiels Psy.D. It is very common for one partner to have more interest in attending therapy than … Continue reading
The Wizard of Us: Protecting our kids’ minds, spirits, & hearts…Even when they act like lions & tigers & bears
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By Angelica Shiels Psy.D. At least once a week, I observe the same cringe-worthy scene at 3:00 preschool pick-up: The sweet, well-meaning teacher of a group of fifteen 3-year-olds has the same conversation with the same mother about the same … Continue reading
“If spanking is so bad, what the heck am I supposed to do when my kid is being a terror?”
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Spanking is a controversial subject. Some parents justify it as a form of effective discipline, and some parents insist that it disrespects the child and teaches the child that it is okay to disrespect others. And here we go with my opinion: Oh, … Continue reading
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