From the Desk of Dr. K

During one of my recent Targeted Parenting classes for mothers of socially awkward children, “Miriam” was venting about her daughter ‘’Sarah’s’’ challenges. ‘’They don’t want to play with her! Some girl at the grand old age nine has decided that my daughter is not...

“You’re so lazy! You can’t finish anything you start!” Sue shouts at her best friend, Melissa. “Well, you’re a total killjoy!” Melissa retorts heatedly. “That was my cousin from Chicago calling; I just wanted to hear about her soccer game. It doesn’t hurt to take a...

Advice for parents who are concerned about bullying, and guidance on how to support and protect your child.

Are we born with our personalities, or does life make us who we are? I remember my tenth-grade teacher posing this question, and the passionate debate among my classmates that ensued. Are people mostly a result of “nature” their inborn qualities, or “nurture,” how...

Child Psychology expert Robyn Koslowitz provides a light-hearted look at the complexities of teen communication, and offers helpful insights.

Testimonials! That’s what you need when you write an ad for the frum community!” The extremely perky graphic artist who was interviewing for a job with me was certain. “People want to read stories about how it works. Numbers are boring.” She has a point. Numbers can...