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Bullying
Bullying is repeated physical or verbal aggression that involves an imbalance of power. Types of bullying include physical, verbal, relational, reactive, and assaults on a person's property.
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How Does Single Parenting Affect a Child?
A single parent brings up a child without the assistance of a partner. The effect of single parenting on a child may be good or bad.
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Parenting
Good parenting helps foster empathy, honesty, self-reliance, self-control, kindness, cooperation, and cheerfulness, says Steinberg, a distinguished professor of psychology at Temple University in Philadelphia. It also promotes intellectual curiosity, motivation, and desire to achieve. It helps protect children from developing anxiety, depression, eating disorders, antisocial behavior, and alcohol and drug abuse.
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What Are a Father’s Roles and Responsibilities in Parenting?
The role of fathers in modern households has significantly changed. A father's responsibilities in parenting include supporting the family, acting as an authority figure, being trustworthy and fostering their childrens' cognitive development.
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Why Is Stepparenting Harder Than Parenting?
You may find stepparenting harder than parenting because you expect too much, as many stepparents do. You may believe that love will occur quickly and naturally.
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What Should a New Dad Expect After a Baby Is Born?
Becoming a new dad can be stressful as there are many unknowns like adjusting to a new routine, worrying about finances, and how to care for a newborn.
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How to Keep Your Child Safe From Bullying?
In addition to simply talking to your kids about bullying, make a practice of asking your kids about their day and their feelings.
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How Do You Deal With Parenting Differences?
If you and your partner have different parenting styles, it’s important to learn to compromise, communicate, and present a united front. This can ease a lot of stress for you and your family.
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How Do I Deal with Mother's (Dad's) Guilt?
Being a parent gets you in touch with your protective side. Deal with mother's or dad's guilt by having realistic expectations, ditching perfectionism, envisioning success, being mindful of parenting content you take in and being compassionate with yourself.
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