by Terry Levy | Aug 24, 2017 | Parenting
Praise is one of the most basic methods parents use to encourage good behavior and positive self-esteem. However, praise must be used cautiously. Children will accept positive comments only if they’re consistent with their self-image. Unconditional praise and...
by Terry Levy | Jul 30, 2017 | Attachment, Parenting
The principal developmental task of the first year of life is the
establishment of a secure attachment between infant and primary caregiver.
For this bond of emotional communication to develop, the caregiver must be psychologically and biologically attuned to the...
by Terry Levy | Jun 15, 2017 | Parenting
Relationships involve ongoing and circular patterns. Think of it as a dance. One person triggers a reaction, which triggers a counter-reaction in the first person. So you have a choice: You either can escalate with your child, or you can engage positively. Escalation...
by Terry Levy | May 25, 2017 | Adult Relationships, Attachment
How you attach to other adults strongly corresponds with how you attached to others as a child. Four distinct styles of attachment have been identified — and perhaps recognizing yourself in one of them is the first step toward strengthening your relationships....
by Terry Levy | Mar 5, 2017 | Parenting
A parent cannot create a secure attachment with a child without a commitment. Commitment is a promise and a pledge to be available to a child through thick and thin. It is a moral obligation to take certain actions and respond in certain ways that engender safety,...
