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Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months agoMen are not expected to be interested in babies': how society lets new fathers and their families down
Dean Rogut highlights the overlooked mental health struggles of fathers during the transition to parenthood, emphasizing that support systems primarily focus on mothers.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week agoI moved in with my brother's family at 56 after losing my job. It cut my expenses by 90% and allowed me to start over.
I started a GoFundMe campaign. The $1,000 I raised covered a $400 Airbnb in Colorado when my lease ended, the first month of a storage unit, and a one-way flight to JFK Airport.
Relationships
#caregiving
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months agoNavigating the Mental Strain of Gendered Caregiving
Caregiving roles remain gendered, with women assuming most unpaid responsibilities, impacting their mental health.
Complex caregiver dynamics lead to emotional strain, exacerbated by lack of support and unresolved family issues.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months agoNavigating the Mental Strain of Gendered Caregiving
Caregiving roles remain gendered, with women assuming most unpaid responsibilities, impacting their mental health.
Complex caregiver dynamics lead to emotional strain, exacerbated by lack of support and unresolved family issues.
#trauma
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
5 months agoDo You Have to Forgive Someone Who Abused You?
Many survivors feel undue pressure to forgive their abuser(s).
Societal and faith teachings often compel early forgiveness, hindering genuine healing.
Marginalized groups face intensified pressure to forgive, complicating their trauma recovery.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
5 months agoDo You Have to Forgive Someone Who Abused You?
Many survivors feel undue pressure to forgive their abuser(s).
Societal and faith teachings often compel early forgiveness, hindering genuine healing.
Marginalized groups face intensified pressure to forgive, complicating their trauma recovery.
fromMission Local
1 month agoS.F. drug users often reject treatment. They say relationships can open the door to recovery.
It's difficult for people in recovery to point to one reason for their decision to finally enter treatment. But many, like Indigo, noted the importance of the people who met them where they were at, physically and emotionally.
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Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month agoThe Silent Struggles of Neurotypical Siblings
Neurotypical siblings carry invisible emotional burdens while caring for siblings with disabilities.
They often develop a sense of hyper-responsibility and suppress their own needs.
Support systems are essential for healthy emotional development.
fromPsychology Today
2 months agoWhen the Help Doesn't Help, Is It Gaslighting?
Fertility gaslighting dismisses emotional experiences, affecting mental health.
Awareness of gaslighting is crucial for emotional safety in fertility.
Clear boundaries are essential to maintain trust in personal experiences.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months agoWhy Do We Pathologize, Demonize, and Moralize Children's Behavior?
Children's behaviors often hint at unmet needs rather than moral failings; understanding this can lead to more compassionate and effective support.
Focusing solely on weaknesses ignores children's strengths, which can provide critical insights into their true needs.
Labels can harm; viewing challenging behavior as communication rather than a problem fosters understanding and support.
#education
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
4 months agoOpinion: Students with Disabilities Deserve Fair Treatment, Not Suspensions
Disciplinary removal can hinder vulnerable students' education, especially those with disabilities; schools need to prioritize support over punishment.
Advocacy can turn disciplinary removals into reinvestment opportunities for students at risk.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
4 months agoOpinion: Students with Disabilities Deserve Fair Treatment, Not Suspensions
Disciplinary removal can hinder vulnerable students' education, especially those with disabilities; schools need to prioritize support over punishment.
Advocacy can turn disciplinary removals into reinvestment opportunities for students at risk.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months agoPhysical Symptoms of Sexual Trauma and How Partners Can Help
Sexual trauma can cause various unexplained physical symptoms in the body.
Awareness of the impact of sexual trauma is crucial for both survivors and partners.
Compassionate partner support is essential in the healing process.
Recovery from trauma often requires therapy, somatic practices, and social connections.
fromIndependent
4 months ago'As family carers, we're constantly fighting for help, so we're always in a high cortisol state - peer support is invaluable'
"Family carers across Ireland often put their own health on the backburner, leading to a growing sense of isolation and mental strain that can affect their wellbeing."
Mental health
Brooklyn
fromBusiness Insider
4 months agoMy partner and I co-own a brownstone with 3 friends. All housing costs are split evenly, and we often have 'family' dinners.
Intentional communities can provide a supportive living environment fostering friendship and shared experiences, despite initial social embarrassment.
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