Parenting or child-rearing facilitates and shapes the physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual development of a child from infancy to adulthood. For parenting, a biological relationship with a child is not a must. Typical caregivers in parenting are the biological parents, an older sibling, a step-parent, a grandparent, a legal guardian, an aunt, an uncle,…
Infidelity is the act of breaking a promise to remain faithful to a romantic partner. Such promises can be a part of marriage vows, a privately uttered agreement between lovers, or an unspoken assumption. Infidelity or cheating in relationships is quite common in the United States among all age groups. Surveys show that 22% of…
Family and domestic violence are quite common in the United States. It affects an estimated 10 million people every year. Every one in four women and one in nine men is the victim of domestic violence. Domestic and family violence includes economic, physical, sexual, emotional, and psychological abuse of children, adults, or elders. It worsens…
Strong and healthy relationships are critical for a balanced life. Your social connections with family members, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and others shape your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Research has shown that having healthy relationships reduces stress and the risks of heart-related diseases. It also increases the longevity of people. On the contrary, loneliness and…
About one-third of the US population suffers from different kinds of sleep disorders. A good night’s sleep is vital for our physical and mental well-being. Though we are quiet during sleep, our brain is very active during sleep performing many important biological functions. For sleep problems, many people resort to different methods including CBT, medical…