ADHD may significantly alters interpersonal dynamics, though it does not inherently ruin human relationships. Neurocognitive differences can cause predictable patterns of friction in relationships but deep understanding and structured communication frequently mitigate... Read more »
This ongoing series explores how principles from positive psychology can support individuals living with serious medical conditions—and the families who love them. Rather than minimizing hardship, I focus on evidence-based tools that... Read more »
From epic poets onward, storytellers have understood their art’s clarifying function as boiling events down to their essence and underscoring what’s most vital. Narratives “connect certain elements. They go, ‘That thing I... Read more »
Nobody wants to be called a nag. The word itself is dismissive. It transforms what may be a valid request, concern, or attempt at coordination into a character flaw. Suddenly, the problem... Read more »
Are we alone? This is one of the ultimate questions and, so far, there is no definitive answer. This reality is at odds, however, with the steady flow of confident but unsubstantiated... Read more »
This month, we are diving into a hot executive function skill topic: designing personalized, ADHD-friendly systems that work for you. This is part of the organization executive function skill. Organization is an... Read more »
Narcissism, characterized by grandiose self-perceptions, attention-seeking, and a sense of entitlement, is damaging to relationships. Narcissism expert Keith Campbell describes it as “like a disease where the sufferers feel pretty good, but... Read more »
Providers and health organizations alike encourage children and families to pursue mental healthcare as if it were universally healing. Amidst the ongoing pediatric mental health crisis — characterized by increased rates of... Read more »
While on vacation this summer on the Garden Island of Kauai, my husband and I had booked a botanical gardens tour. The rain made visibility difficult and slowed our driving. Our jeep... Read more »
Most daters know that relationships come easier when partners can relate to each other. From passion to politics, and everything in between, similar views and values are unifying. Although I have previously... Read more »