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Image via Wikipedia From Dr James Dobson We've spoken on several occasions about parents who couldn't care less about their children but today I want to address those at the other end of the continuum, referring to mothers and fathers for whom the kids are the only important thing in life. They can't spare the time for recreational, romantic or restful activities because to do so would make them feel guilty. Now, I don't question the motives behind this commitment to children but super- parenting can cause several serious problems. First, it may lead in some cases to overprotection , permissiveness and prolonged dependency. Second, it can lead to a state of emotional and physical exhaustion known as parental burnout . Then the entire family suffers, particularly the children for whom the effort was invested in the first place. Third, super-parenting can also be destructive to a marriage, especially when only one parent is so inclined. Moderation is the key to a healt...

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 ...