Tag Archives: parenting
Concerned
I am not sure what to do about a potentially abused kid. Last night, my 9-year-old son told me about a girl in his class who told him about how her mother treats her. He described verbal abuse, spanking for … Continue reading
Parenting
Nothing requires an adult child to have a relationship with a parent beyond their own desire for that relationship. While prior generations of parents could rely on cultural prescriptions around duty, obligation and loyalty to ensure contact, today’s youth are … Continue reading
Finish Your Homework
Do you recall coming home from school and feeling like you really needed to go outside and play a bit before settling into homework, but your request to go outside before homework was frowned upon? Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks … Continue reading
No Dessert
When you were a child, what was the rule about desserts after dinner? Were you frequently admonished when you grew bored of what was on your plate and wanted dessert instead? Perhaps you can recall a parent wagging their finger … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 