Reactions to a spouse’s infidelity vary considerably, from anger, rage, anxiety, depression, or some mix of all of these. Some individuals may even experience a paradoxical sense of relief. Their mounting suspicions that a partner was having an affair may have caused them at times to wonder if they were paranoid or even “going crazy”. […]
If your life hasn’t been touched by an affair, you may think that only certain types of people are vulnerable to infidelity, for example, the misunderstood husband, or the lonely housewife. You may think that couples who enjoy each other’s company, communicate well, and have a good sex life are immune from such problems. And, […]
At first blush, this may seem like a silly question. We all know what infidelity is, right? It means being unfaithful to your partner. After all, the dictionary definition of infidelity is “the quality of not being faithful”. But when you stop to think about it, perhaps it’s not so clear, after all. One person […]
Years ago, when Nintendo was not yet a household name, an article written by a father on the back page of Newsweek magazine detailed a conversation between the author and his 7-year-old son. The article was titled, “Why I Won’t Let My Kids Have Nintendo.” Child: “Our teacher says we can’t talk about the Mario […]
It is not like I did not see it coming. When my oldest son was but 10 days old and we were dining in our favorite Virginia-Highlands trattoria, a stranger came up to us and said, “these are the best days, when they are small and you still have some control”. I thought that man […]
Everyone experiences daily frustrations that cause tempers to flare. But if the blood boils after minor incidents, such as someone cutting in line at the grocery store, or if there is constant seething and overreacting to small annoyances, anger could be out of control. Anger is a normal feeling that can result in a healthy […]
A strict new law regarding Driving Under the Influence of alcohol or drugs was just passed in Georgia. We don’t know if it is the strictest law in the country, but it is a far cry from a slap on the wrist. During the 2008 legislative session, HB 336 was passed with very little opposition. […]
Common wisdom tells us that providing children with an allowance helps them to understand and develop an appreciation for the value of money. Through their use of their allowance money, it is thought, that they may be somehow prepared to manage the financial duties that life will eventually present. It is also a popular notion […]
We are frequently asked at the time we are scheduling an initial visit for a child, “what shall I tell him about this doctor visit?” Many parents express concern about telling their child that they are about to visit with a mental health professional. Other parents worry that somehow talking about their child, his or […]
Most of us have seen the iconic Norman Rockwell “Saturday Evening Post” cover depicting family members gathered around a holiday dinner table (You can easily find this image online, titled “Freedom from Want”.). The table is laden with delicious foods, and the patriarch of the family is about to carve the turkey. Everyone’s face radiates […]
