Dr. Rachael Silverman, Board Certified Psychologist

12/18/2025

2 Ways Express Their "Love"

A narcissist's version of can be , and above all, . Here are two primary tactics they use to , attract, and potential

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/social-instincts/202511/what-it-feels-like-to-be-loved-by-a-narcissist?utm_source=FacebookPost&utm_medium=FBPost&utm_campaign=FBPost&fbclid=IwZnRzaAObFnFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe2odLmT-iEdfK2Fynq9eiLDmDiuuVmJlIwhqSGNF7pwoPNAzBRDGkuW3jPL8_aem_RtNiCNRfUq6noR080EctVA

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1. Love-bombing, with intensity.

12/17/2025

Screens aren’t the enemy — but balance matters. Many parents are unsure what 'healthy screen time' actually looks like for different ages. This visual breaks it down simply, so you can make informed choices that support your child’s wellbeing.

Remember: it’s not just how long a child is online, but how they’re using screens, how regulated they are before and after, and how supported they feel in between.

Use this guide as a starting point, not a strict rulebook — every young person’s needs are different.
What feels realistic for your family right now?

Thank you the_contented_child and The Contented Child, Child Wellbeing Consultancy

12/11/2025

9 You're Being On Your According to

It's only to want the for your kid, but sometimes can lead to over their . Some parents can strike a but for others it's more . This shares for according to .

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https://www.parents.com/signs-you-are-being-too-hard-on-your-kid-8786226?fbclid=IwRlRTSAOKDMxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEevY8gxFGkbF4Dd1vw1w0V6VUM_RvQtHB0sImSnZWd2BvUThtTjYAqMvUcnBE_aem_9ToI-D0Y6M_WL8DHHful5g

While it's only natural to want the best for your child, sometimes high expectations can lead parents to micromanage their child's behaviors. Here psychologists break down nine signs that you're being too hard on your kid and how to strike a balance that works for everyone.

12/10/2025

9 Types of and How to Identify Each One

Toxic can cause . Here's how to identity 9 different types of dynamics, plus advice on how to

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Toxic family dynamics can cause conflict and chaos at home, making kids feel less safe and loved. Here's how to identity 9 different types of toxic family dynamics, plus advice on how to heal.

12/10/2025

Parental Alienation in Court

Dealing with . Increasingly, even as we become better at being clearer and more as to what will a , it appears to be the case that often to follow such .

https://www.jmichaelbone.com/blog/parental-alienation-in-court-dealing-with-judicial-anxiety

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https://www.jmichaelbone.com/blog/parental-alienation-in-court-dealing-with-judicial-anxiety

Dr. J Michael Bone, PhD. shares an important strategy to help alientated parents & their attorneys prepare to defend their Parental Alienation case in court.

12/09/2025

This is the No. 1 sign of in according to a

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https://www.today.com/health/behavior/patrick-teahan-therapist-viral-quote-childhood-trauma-rcna170426?cid=sm_npd_td_fb_ma&fbclid=IwY2xjawOAbrNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFJengxblNDV04xWDR3anpqc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhcDYo-WBVyQCu8_GifiFbQy4IcSpSUojUhrHO_KzLxSVwG7A3bqe81ZnOtq_aem_8s1i0yLIyRMf8IfX5_qLhA

Therapist Patrick Teahan is going viral for his description of how childhood trauma manifests in adults, which is resonating with millions.

12/09/2025

People with , & Other Differences

ranging from and to and Chris Rock attribute their in part, to the and perseverance they developed to overcome in the and in

https://www.additudemag.com/slideshows/famous-people-with-dyslexia-learning-differences/



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The list of famous people with dyslexia, dyscalculia, and other learning differences is as impressive as it is long. Celebrities ranging from Tom Holland and Jennifer Aniston to Keanu Reeves and Chris Rock attribute their creative successes, in part, to the resilience and perseverance they developed...

12/08/2025

A isn’t a 'losing ' on

It’s the into — often because things have felt too , , too , or too much for too long.

When we understand the phases of a meltdown, we can respond with care rather than correction.
We can spot the
We can keep
We can help a child return to without

Today we’re exploring the of a Meltdown— what’s happening in the and what it looks like, and how we can at each .

Thank you The Contented Child, Child Wellbeing Consultancy

12/07/2025

who ' each other regularly use these 7 phrases, says trained - they're ' ❤️ .'

In successful both , , and being themselves around each other. But for many of us, relationships can bring out our

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In the happiest and most successful relationships, both people feel comfortable being themselves. Harvard-trained psychologist Dr. Cortney Warren shares the phrases that couples who feel safe and secure say to each other every day.

12/01/2025

You are constantly told you are - inside the lives of

Few are as or as as . Here’s how it can and – even before takes its

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Few psychiatric conditions are as stigmatised or as misunderstood as narcissistic personality disorder. Here’s how it can damage careers and relationships – even before prejudice takes its toll

11/29/2025

Should We Sneak Out Without Saying Goodbye to Children?

“ meant her , her of and sitting in the of knowing I couldn’t take it away. But because of my in I realized only left her in her micro- and .”



Thank you Trauma Informed Parent

https://bethtyson.com/2025/11/03/should-we-sneak-out-without-saying-goodbye-to-children/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAN8QDhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEepvjZqLDN40ZJ39g_pkJr2W1VuAmHn0AJzhCsouqJVfsjtcAnv5qt5FWBcyE_aem_NKQDiv5KbQTPINP4uv28CQ

I was recently chatting with a client who needed help coping with the often intense emotions of her toddler when she said, “I started sneaking out just to go to the grocery store because she gets so upset when I leave.” It dawned on me that I’ve heard some version of this in many families. [.....

11/27/2025

Fostering Gratitude in Families: and Emotional

As working with of who struggle with , , or other we know that often focuses on reducing and building interactions. One yet sometimes overlooked, intervention is gratitude. is not only an emotional practice – it has behavioral benefits that directly support the goals of Management (PMT).

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As professionals working with families of children who struggle with ADHD, ODD, or other behavioral challenges, we know that therapy often focuses on reducing conflict and building healthier parent-child interactions. One powerful, yet sometimes overlooked, intervention is gratitude. Gratitude is no...