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Parallel Parenting vs. Co-Parenting
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (905+ words) Posted August 27, 2026 | Reviewed by Jessica Schrader A: After a breakup, parents may choose a parallel parenting approach to limit communication and reduce conflict. But parallel parenting doesn't eliminate the need to share information about your child. The big question is: When…...
Can We Talk About the Mental Load?
6+ day, 11+ hour ago (292+ words) Posted August 22, 2026 | Reviewed by Margaret Foley Can we talk about the mental load? This is not a new topic. Women have been talking about this for years. Mothers, especially working mothers, are feeling that they are carrying the bulk of…...
Is Parenting Necessarily an Exercise in Exerting Power?
1+ week, 12+ hour ago (400+ words) Posted August 21, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. Recently, a colleague wrote to me about one of my most recent blog posts. In the post, I talked about the need for punishment and/or consequences when children or teens break a…...
The Evolutionary Roots of the Male Mental Health Crisis
1+ week, 2+ day ago (294+ words) Posted August 19, 2026 | Reviewed by Lybi Ma How did we get here? In a recent article, clinician Yedidya Levy identifies three cultural shifts, arguing that each one has bumped up against features of evolved male psychology in ways that are making…...
Overparenting: When Giving Is Really a Form of Taking
1+ week, 3+ day ago (720+ words) Posted August 18, 2026 | Reviewed by Abigail Fagan Through that lens, Mother Gothel can almost look like the “giver” and Rapunzel the ungrateful “taker” in their relationship… except for one thing that gives it all away. Mother Gothel “protects” Rapunzel, not for…...
The Empty Nest May Begin Before Your Child Leaves
1+ week, 4+ day ago (351+ words) Posted August 17, 2026 | Reviewed by Davia Sills This transition is often called the “empty nest” phase. Parents’ experiences vary widely: some may feel sadness or loneliness, while others may feel a sense of relief or freedom. Some experience all of these…...
What Is a Parent’s Job, Really?
1+ week, 4+ day ago (553+ words) Posted August 17, 2026 | Reviewed by Tyler Woods This article draws on excerpts from my recent book, The Parenting Paradox (Bloomsbury, 2026). Higher-order goals stem from clear values and a focus on long-term growth. Such parents prioritize responsibility, self-regulation, and problem-solving, aiming to…...
The Back-to-School Parent Trap
2+ week, 2+ day ago (249+ words) Posted August 12, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. In theory, back-to-school shopping is meant to feel hopeful. It’s a fresh start, with new notebooks, backpacks, and a sense of possibilities. In reality, though, the back-to-school season has quietly turned into one…...
The Struggling Adult Child Wish Parents Feel Ashamed of
3+ week, 3+ day ago (416+ words) Why wanting your adult child to need you less can feel like a betrayal. Psychology Today Self Tests are all about you. Are you outgoing or introverted? Are you a narcissist? Does perfectionism hold you back? Find out the answers…...
Teaching the Next Generation to Reject Misogyny
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (840+ words) Posted July 27, 2026 | Reviewed by Michelle Quirk Misogyny is often imagined as obvious hostility toward women: harassment, violence, discrimination, or openly declaring that women are less capable than men. But misogyny does not always announce itself so clearly. Misogyny can also…...