by Terry Levy | Jul 3, 2015 | Attachment, Parenting
In order to develop effective solutions to the problems of children and families we must first understand the nature of child development. This is what we know about how children develop, described as six core concepts that form the foundation necessary to prevent and...
by Terry Levy | Jun 24, 2015 | Uncategorized
In the past, children fulfilled a significant role in the survival of the family. Before supermarkets and washing machines, families were burdened with a tremendous amount of work. Food had to be prepared from scratch, clothes had to be handmade, wood had to be...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy | Jun 11, 2015 | Attachment, Parenting
Attachment is the deep and enduring connection established between children and caregivers in the early stages of life. It profoundly influences every aspect of the human condition—mind, body, emotions, relationships, and morality. Attachment is not something that...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy | Jun 8, 2015 | Parenting, Psychology, Uncategorized
During World War II, Lt. Commander Butch O’Hare served as a fighter pilot on the aircraft carrier Lexington in the South Pacific. On February 20, 1942, his entire squadron was sent on a mission. Once airborne, he noticed someone had neglected to top off his fuel tank....
by Michael Orlans | May 11, 2015 | Attachment, Parenting
Parents are often unclear about the difference between consequence and punishment. A consequence is the result or direct effect of an action. The goal for giving consequences is to teach a lesson that leads to positive choices. It encourages self-examination,...
