Who Will Care for Your Parents? For You? When and Why Siblings Disappoint
In most families, siblings don’t contribute equally to the care of their parents. The research on the subject shows that the share is often disproportionate, creating resentment and argument between Read more
Only Child Stereotypes: Fact vs. Fiction
Proponents of large or larger families claim your only child will be spoiled, lonely, or selfish or worse. These social stereotypes and others date back to the late 1890s and have no basis in fact and probably never did... Read more
Staying Calm When Your Children Aren't: How to Avoid Overreacting
Breaking point moments happen in every home. Tales of parents and caretakers losing their patience and taking it out on the children in their charge Read moreAs parents age, their offspring often struggle with caretaking responsibilities. In most families, siblings don’t contribute equally to the care of their parents. The research on the subject shows that the share is often disproportionate, creating resentment and argument between siblings. Read more
Parenting expert Susan Newman, Ph.D. specializes in issues impacting your children, family life, and work and personal friendships. Dr. Newman is a social psychologist and best-selling author who focuses on solutions that enrich and protect those relationships.
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Too Old To Be A Dad? (Time Magazine)
Miller: Job outlook is good for grads who have the right skills (The NJ Star-Ledger)
Are Only Children Bossy, Lonely, Selfish? (20/20 ABC News (Video))
