Also known as generational trauma, intergenerational trauma is the passing on of the effects of unresolved physical or emotional trauma from one generation to the next, causing ongoing psychological and emotional wounding and pain. Often perpetuated through the adoption of coping mechanisms that were once adaptive for the survivor [...]
In many homes, children are praised for being mature for their age, caring, or good at keeping the peace. Sometimes, behind those kind words, some kids are quietly carrying a lot of emotional weight. When children become the peacemakers in family conflict, this role can quietly erode kids’ mental [...]
Decades of research show that a parenting style has a significant impact on children’s mental health, so how do you know which parenting style helps? Which approaches are hurting, and how can you make the shift to help your child or teen? These are all questions that modern parents [...]
Becoming a mother-in-law can feel a bit like being cast in a new role of a family sitcom – exciting but with a whole new script to follow and the promise of comical drama and a few antics. You might remember the early days of your own marriage and [...]
🎧 Listen to this article https://christiancounselingkeller.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Keller-Christian-Counseling-Navigating-Holiday-Traditions-in-a-Blended-Family.mp3 The holiday season should be about celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. To some, the season does bring about positive spiritual growth and the opportunity to make lasting family memories. However, as exciting as the holiday season appears [...]
Vacation time is supposed to be relaxing, exciting, and enriching, right? You spend hours, even days and weeks, preparing for a family vacation that will be fulfilling. However, if you’re traveling with a teen who has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), you may find that your vacation is indeed [...]
Although uncommon, children as young as three years old can develop depression. The causes of depression in children can range from trauma and neglect to a big life change to losing a loved one. Recognizing the signs of depression in children can help you determine when your child needs [...]
One of the biggest issues parents face today is the effect of social media on kids as they age into their teenage years. After all, this is a new challenge in the scope of human history, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the issue. Where do you even [...]
By Marcia Deah Humans are complex beings. Little humans can be even more complex. According to an array of experts, brains are fully developed around the age of twenty-five. Adult brains are better equipped to handle situations than little human’s (that is, children’s) brains. Children’s minds aren’t developed enough [...]
Have you ever wondered if your child was just being shy or reserved, or whether his or her behavior might be a sign of something more, such as social anxiety in children? If so, read on. This article may be for you. A shy child seems hesitant or withdrawn [...]
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