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Image via Wikipedia By Dr Bill Maier Having another blue day today? Don’t worry, you’ll feel better. But don’t be surprised if your child misbehaves tomorrow. A new study has found that the day after mum acts sad or angry in front of her children , they are more likely to be defiant and inattentive. Children pick up on our mood and it affects how they feel. When they act out, often they are just reacting to what they have seen from us. Everyone gets sad from time to time but moping around does not make things any better. Try getting yourself out of the house for a while. A walk around the block is a great way to relieve stress or anxiety . Or take the children to the park and let them play while you relax in the shade with a good book. You might even surprise them by chasing them around the playground. It is difficult to stay sad when you are playing and having fun. From TODAY, Voices - Friday, 16-July-2010 ----- Related articles by Zemanta When Anxiety Hits, Do...

Image via Wikipedia By Dr Bill Maier It’s hard to watch your kids go through tough times, but struggle is an important part of growing up. We’re all tempted to shelter our kids from grief and heartache, but life isn’t always easy, so they need to learn how to deal honestly with emotions — both good and bad . When sad times come, don’t make the mistake of trying to shield kids from the pain. And don’t distract them from their feelings by pretending nothing is wrong, or by bribing them into being happy. Sometimes they need to grieve; because that’s the only way they will learn to process their emotions properly. Kids need to learn that there’s a right and a wrong way to be sad. Grief is painful, but it’s not an excuse to get angry, or to lash out at others. It’s something everyone has to go through, and good times are always just around the corner. From TODAY, Voices - Thursday, 25-March-2010 ----- Blogged with the Flock Browser Related articles by Zemanta The grievi...

By Dr Bill Maier Babies get their self-image from their parents, and those around them. But as they grow older and more independent, self-esteem comes from another source. As toddlers work to master new things, their self-image comes from accomplishment. You can see it on their faces the first time they take a few steps on their own. They stagger and fall and get back up again. Then suddenly they take several steps forward, and their eyes light up with excitement. If they could talk, they'd be shouting: "I did it!" And you can tell how proud they are. The best thing a parent can do during these moments is to dote over them, and tell them, "Look what you can do! You can walk all by yourself!" It's these small achievements that help kids develop a healthy self-esteem later in life. So let them do things on their own, and then don't forget to praise them when they succeed. From TODAY, Voices – Wednesday, 03-Jun-2009 Related articles by Zemanta 7 W...

By Dr Bill Maier It is the middle of the night and you wake up in a cold sweat . Your heart is racing and your mind frantically works to figure out what is wrong. No, this is not a bad dream ... you are probably having an anxiety attack. Extreme anxiety is more prominent than you might think and people who struggle with it often do not know what to do or where to turn. Some stress is irrational and can become so severe that it leaves a person largely immobilised for weeks at a time. In these cases, it is almost impossible to overcome it without professional help. But other types of stress can actually make us stronger. Everyone goes through times of trial and confusion, and anxiety is a natural response . A healthy dose of concern can often help us work through a problem, or motivate us to change. The key is knowing when anxiety has gotten out of hand. If you go through long periods of depression or laziness on the heels of a stressful situation, you might want to see a doctor. Fro...

By Dr Bill Maier You walk into the room and the first thing you see is lipstick all over the walls and furniture. And there in the middle stands your toddler grinning from ear to ear. You don’t know whether to cry or pat him on the head for being so creative? You have to love toddlers . They’re filled with energy and enthusiasm. But they also tend to get into a lot of trouble, especially when parents are distracted. It’s easy to get angry and frustrated at their childish behaviour. The key is patience. A toddler’s natural curiosity can often lead to broken lamps and colored walls, but instead of getting mad, learn to redirect their energy toward constructive things. Keep plenty of art projects and coloring books on hand. Learn to nurture their talents, not to suppress them. Remember, the best way to keep toddlers out of trouble is to keep them busy and supervised. From TODAY, Voices – Monday, 18-May-2009 Related articles by Zemanta Warning: Pet Doors Can Let Out ...