Some practical tips on how to have clear conversations about sex are to follow:
Say what you mean and mean what you say
It is very important to say what you mean and mean what you say when communicating. Trying … Read more
Communication – Part 3 of 4
As we discussed in the earlier blogs, if one cannot bring themselves to be comfortable talking about sex with their partner maybe their relationship is not intimate enough yet. Maybe they should work on their emotional intimacy first and be … Read more
Helping you choose between homework and play
The answer seems easy. Generally most parents show themselves to be convinced that responsibilities must come first. It is one of our cultural norms to work first and give enjoyment the second place – at least in our part of … Read more
Surviving Multiples – Part 1
Multiple births can prove to be a challenge for most couples who wish to sustain the relationship with their partner. This is the first of a series of blogs that explores the experiences of parents of multiples, as found through … Read more
The perfectionist parent
Every parent wants their child to get the best marks in school, to be successful in every field they are in. Unfortunately, nobody can be perfect. Attempts to be perfect can sometimes cause more harm than good. The risk of … Read more
Types of Play Therapy
As promised in the last blog, we will now discuss two types of play therapy. These include: child-centered play therapy and filial therapy. Both types have several ideas in common but differ in some aspects. Many other forms of play … Read more
Virtual Infidelity
Infidelity can be understood as a violation of the relationship agreement, broken trust and the threat of hindering the attachment to the partner. Infidelity can be emotional, sexual or as lately being researched virtual.
Virtual infidelity can be defined as … Read more
My child does not love me. Don’t be so sure – Part 2 of 2
Unfortunately, this may well be the origin of problems in the future. This situation will give birth to the foundations of that relationship. Think of how you usually act around people whom you believe dislike you. Chances are that whatever … Read more
My child does not love me. Don’t be so sure – Part 1 of 2
The love between children and parents is a special thing. It is possibly one of the most beautiful connections in nature. There is usually a blissful moment when parent and child stare down in each other’s eyes.
This wonderful relationship … Read more
Areas of Psychology – Part 3 of 3
With this blog, we will finish dealing with the main areas of psychology. There’s no time to waste, so let’s jump in!
- Health Psychology
Health psychologists’ main concern is to boost people’s health both in the short and long-term. … Read more