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Why Having Six Kids Is Easier Than You May Think

Is It Bad To Have A Big Family? If you don’t have a big family, you might see parents with six kids and think: how on earth do they do it? However, families with six kids will know that brings a handful of advantages for both the parents and the children. From economic benefits to social skills, having six children is easier than you may think. If you want a big family but are unsure if this lifestyle is for you, don’t be discouraged by those who say having six little ones is too much. After all, the more the

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Dealing With Grief On Father’s Day

While Father’s Day is a time of celebration for many, it can be one of the most difficult times of the year for either someone dealing with the grief and loss of a parent, or a father who has lost a child. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a father or child will know that grief is one of the most challenging emotions to process, and these feelings can be heightened greatly on Father’s Day as it acts as a reminder of the loss. While experiencing grief on Father’s Day is painful, developing coping strategies can help you to

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Mom Shaming Culture: How To Recognize It And Stop The Cycle

What Is Mom Shaming? If you’re a mother, you may have experienced what is known as mom shaming without even knowing there was a term dedicated to describing this hurtful phenomenon. So what exactly does mom shaming entail? Every parent cares for their child slightly differently, but many like to believe that their parenting methods are superior to others. Mom shaming happens when people criticize mothers for making a decision that they wouldn’t have necessarily made. While it’s perfectly natural for parents to differ in their approaches to childcare, mom shaming is a form of unconstructive criticism which often results

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Psychoeducational Testing Tips

Extensive testing examines the important areas of a youngster’s life, even briefly. Additionally, the testing may incorporate some standard psychological assessments. Psychological testing is more focused on the emotional and mental aspects that might be interfering in the life span of a person. Developmental testing can be beneficial when you have concerns about your children’s achievement of early milestones. For a kid and a parent, psychoeducational testing may appear daunting. It is designed to stop the guessing game and identify the cause of unsatisfactory academic performance in children and teens. Please be aware that health insurance doesn’t cover psychoeducational testing

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Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez, PsyD, LMHC

After more than decade in the mental health field, first as a student & now as a practitioner I have found that those with a genuine desire for mental health services

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