Tag: Child Psychology
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Too Much Screen Time in Infancy Linked to Anxious Teens and Slower Decision-Making, Singapore Study Finds
Introduction: A Let-Down of Early Screen Habits In an era where screens are almost ubiquitous, parents often use electronic devices to soothe noisy or restless babies. A new study from Singapore challenges this common strategy, suggesting that excessive screen time before age two may have lasting effects on a child’s mental health and cognitive processing…
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When the Eldest Becomes the Gatekeeper: Navigating a New Baby in the Family
Understanding the Shift: Why the Eldest Might Cling to the Baby The arrival of a new baby reshapes the family map in profound ways. For the eldest child, the recent focus on being the “big sister” can collide with a new role that feels heavy and ambiguous. Comments like “What a great big sister you…
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How to Support an Overprotective Older Sibling When a Baby Arrives
Understanding the Challenge for the Oldest Child The arrival of a new baby often shifts the family dynamic in unexpected ways. For the eldest child, the transition can feel like a dramatic role reversal: once the exclusive center of attention, they now share the limelight with a new sibling. Child psychologist Joanna Fortune highlights a…
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Should I Tell My Daughter About My Medical Condition?
Understanding the Dilemma As parents, we often grapple with the decision of how much to share with our children, especially when it involves sensitive topics like health issues. One mother recently reached out for advice about whether to discuss her newly diagnosed medical condition with her 11-year-old daughter, which poses the risk of a potentially…