by Susan Stiffelman | Jun 14, 2023 | Sharings
A parent writes: How do I teach my 8-year-old son to have better personal boundaries? For two years, he has been friends with a boy who is often in trouble at school and whose parents find him challenging at home. While the boys share some common interests and...
by Susan Stiffelman | Jun 14, 2023 | Sharings
As parents, I know you’re eager for tips and suggestions that will help you show up for your kids with patience, kindness, and presence. Because let’s be honest — it isn’t easy. You may feel more than a little frustrated when your child takes...
by Susan Stiffelman | Jun 14, 2023 | Sharings
A parent asks, “Am I Overindulging My Children?” I find it very hard to say “No” to my kids. How does someone know if they are over-indulging their children with material possessions? I want my son and daughter to feel okay about expressing what they...
by Susan Stiffelman | Jun 14, 2023 | Sharings
A parent wrote with this concern: “Dear Susan, My 5-year-old often gets angry and yells, “Everyone hates me in this family!” It’s usually when things aren’t going the way she wants. I tell her, “We don’t hate you—we love you!” but it doesn’t...
by Susan Stiffelman | Apr 5, 2022 | Sharings
My ADHD son has impulse problems. He is 13 years old and his behavior drives other children away. His teachers are beyond frustrated. Any advice on what to do? The pre-frontal cortex (PFC) is the part of the brain behind the forehead that governs the inhibitory...
