Dear Bel, My husband and I have been together for 24 years, married for 13. I love him dearly. We have a great life - apart ...

They are going to express anger and frustration, and as a parent, you need to model a regulated response. A big part of that regulated response is not judging what your kid is expressing. Parents need ...

If the money you're spending to support adult children is jeopardizing your retirement, it's time to stop, experts say. Here's how.

They made a beeline over to me, taking their places right next to me, as if to order a drink. As I got my drinks from the ...

Every child says "no" to adult requests at some point, especially at certain ages. Responding with patience and room to protest can help ensure the task still gets done.

Boundaries are not about pushing your adult child out; they are about inviting enhanced mental health and respect in. I can't ...

You could be in the middle of a shouting match, but once the door opens, it's all smiles. This rule keeps everyone focused on ...

It’s only been a little over a month since school started, and my second-grade daughter, “Mickey,” is already in serious trouble. Her teacher called last week to tell me that Mickey spread a rumor ...

When adult children distance themselves from parents, the real reasons often have nothing to do with rebellion or ingratitude, and everything to do with unresolved patterns. While that’s not to say ...

For starters, receiving a heartfelt apology from your parent can be validating and healing. View Entire Post › ...

So practically no teenagers have kids (a good thing). Very few women in their early 20s having kids (probably also a good thing). Age of marriage and family formation rising (also a good thing for ...