Strategies for Living

Self-Esteem

The Insecurities Driving Young Adults

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on May 3, 2023

There are many ways to help your child become a secure, confident, capable adult who contributes positively to society.

Narcissism

Your Friend, the Narcissist

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on May 2, 2023

By maintaining a relationship with a narcissist, you are discounting your very nature, the you that you were meant to be.

Anxiety

How to Help Children Cope with Anxiety

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on April 7, 2023

How to help your child relax and manage their anxiety.

Anxiety

How to Help Your Child Deal With the Anxieties of Terrorism

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on April 2, 2023

How can parents cope with their anxieties while reassuring their children?

Friends

Six Ways to Reconnect With Family When You Unplug From Tech

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on March 17, 2023

You've finally got the family to agree to put the phone down, stop streaming on the tablet, and close the laptop. Now what?

Suicide

Suicide in Teens and Young Adults

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on March 5, 2023

Suicide is preventable through the creation of strong and healthy bonds.

Stress

What Parents Need to Know About Stress and Learning

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on January 23, 2023

Is your child stressed? Having trouble in school? Staying focused? Find a stress management tool that works for you and them.

Friends

How to Create Authentic Friendships

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on January 7, 2023

A true friendship takes commitment…it is worth the effort and time.

Consumer Behavior

Meaningful Gifts for Children

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on December 29, 2022

Don't let the holidays drain your spirit or your wallet when it comes to gifts you can give to your children.

Divorce

How Stepparents Can Make the Most of the Holidays

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on December 19, 2022

Feeling overwhelmed as a new stepparent this holiday season? These 7 tips will help you navigate and enjoy your family time together.

Divorce

Starting New Holiday Traditions After a Divorce

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on December 2, 2022

Navigating the holidays when newly divorced.

Grief

Dealing with Loss after the Holidays

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on November 28, 2022

Grief never goes away, only lessens with time.

Alcoholism

10 Ways to Have a Happy Family Holiday

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on November 21, 2022

It's can be the most wonderful time of the year.

Sex

Why Doesn’t My Partner Want to Have Sex with Me?

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on November 7, 2022

Know the signs, symptoms, and solutions to your intimacy problems.

Relationships

6 Things Never to Say to Your Spouse

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on October 17, 2022

Toxic language can only create distance between you and your mate.

Cognition

How Your Baby Learns Language in the Womb

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on September 28, 2022

Language learning starts in the womb, research shows.

Relationships

Recognize Your Relationship Patterns

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on September 12, 2022

Do you know yourself and the difference between your wants and needs? Find out who you are.

Divorce

The Right Time to Get a Divorce

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on August 19, 2022

Couples divorce for many different reasons. When is the right time to get a divorce?

Divorce

Friendship After Divorce

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on August 15, 2022

Can something new be born out of the seed of love that once existed?

Divorce

How to Have a Good Divorce

Gail Gross Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed. on August 5, 2022

Divorce can send otherwise perfectly calm, rational adults into fits of irrational, immature, childish behavior. This is the time your children need you to truly be adult.