Parenting Advice

I’ve counseled parents for more than three decades and I’ve learned so much from them. In fact, sometimes I wish I could bring up my children – who are all adults now – again. I would do so many things differently.  In this session I’ll explain the importance of children and rules. In future sessions other ideas will be explored. Read more.

The Myth Of Low Self Esteem In Overweight People

Did you know that the idea of a fat person having low self esteem is a myth? Humans come in various shapes and sizes. Every psychological test given to overweight people indicates that if you are fat you are as mentally healthy, or unhealthy, as anyone in the general population. There is nothing about overeating that is associated with poor emotional health. Read more.

Psychological Resilience From Trauma

Three kids live in the same family. They have the same mom and dad and attend the same school. They are siblings and all were born with good bodies and good minds. They do well in school and in sports. They were all home the day of the fire. The fire was electrical. It rapidly spread throughout the house and it destroyed everything. Thankfully, all family members escaped with no injury. Dr. Roberta explains why one family member required help in dealing with trauma while the rest did not. Read more.