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    Topics in Child Psychology: Child Temperament

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Topics in Child Psychology: Child Temperament

Alexa Rabin2016-10-28T14:08:13+00:00October 4th, 2016|

Author: Lea Zweig, Psy.D.

Children come in all shapes and sizes. Some children behave just like you dreamed they would, and other children have a unique temperament that might be more challenging.  Temperament consists of aspects of one’s personality, such as emotions, ability to self-regulate, and behavior. Personality is often seen as innate, which means that […]

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    Why Therapy?

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Why Therapy?

Alexa Rabin2016-06-17T08:15:55+00:00April 7th, 2016|

Author: Lea Zweig, Psy.D.

All of us experience changes and life events that can be challenging.  Life has ups and downs, and sometimes we need support to help manage certain obstacles or difficulties.  Friends and family are wonderful sources of support; however, sometimes their expectations, beliefs, desires, or values can cloud their ability to give unbiased […]

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    Family Therapy: Positive Discipline Part 2

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Family Therapy: Positive Discipline Part 2

Alexa Rabin2016-06-17T08:06:40+00:00March 15th, 2016|

Author: Alexa Rabin, Psy.D. and Lea Zweig, Psy.D.

Below is a guide for positive discipline techniques for children of different ages. Keep in mind that this guide is based on general age ranges. As the parent, you must decide which of these techniques fit with your parenting philosophy and would be most appropriate for your child. […]

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    Family Therapy Issues: Coping with Divorce or Breakup

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Family Therapy Issues: Coping with Divorce or Breakup

Alexa Rabin2016-02-17T09:53:00+00:00February 16th, 2016|

Author: Lea Zweig, Psy.D.

Most people would agree, “Breaking up is hard to do.” It’s not easy to go through a divorce or a break up even if you were the one who initiated it. Everyone copes with stress in different ways, but it is important to implement healthy coping skills to use during difficult moments […]

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    The Psychology of Co-Parenting

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The Psychology of Co-Parenting

Alexa Rabin2016-01-26T11:49:30+00:00January 22nd, 2016|

Author: Lea Zweig, Psy.D.

Co-parenting is a term used to describe a parenting situation in which the parents are not married, living together, or in an intimate relationship with one another. This can be a difficult situation for some parents, especially if they are going through a challenging divorce or separation from their partner. The most […]

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    Child and Family Therapy: Parenting Styles

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Child and Family Therapy: Parenting Styles

Alexa Rabin2016-01-26T11:51:28+00:00January 14th, 2016|

Author: Lea Zweig, Psy.D. and Alexa Rabin, Psy.D.

A child’s development is significantly shaped by the way in which parents choose to parent. Parenting styles are often influenced by a variety of factors including culture, parental values, and parents’ own childhood and upbringing. Different parenting styles utilize differing types of warmth and nurturance, communication styles, discipline, […]

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    Tips for Working with an Individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Tips for Working with an Individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Alexa Rabin2015-12-09T10:47:24+00:00November 25th, 2015|

By: Lea Zweig, Psy.D.

One individual who has worked tirelessly to help educate others about autism spectrum disorders is Dr. Temple Grandin. Dr. Grandin was diagnosed with autism in 1950. As a child, she communicated her needs by screaming, peeping, and humming, and she did not speak until she was 3 ½ years old. Her parents […]

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    What is Autism Spectrum Disorder

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What is Autism Spectrum Disorder

Alexa Rabin2015-12-09T10:43:54+00:00November 24th, 2015|

Author: Lea Zweig, Psy.D.

In May of 2013, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual-Fifth Edition (DSM-5) was released, which is the most current version of the manual that specifies diagnostic criteria for various mental health diagnoses. In the DSM-5, the diagnoses previously designated as Asperger’s Disorder, Autistic Disorder, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS) were […]

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    Simple Parenting Strategies

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Simple Parenting Strategies

Alexa Rabin2015-06-19T14:14:01+00:00June 18th, 2015|

Parenting is a complex and challenging task.  Parents often feel unsure of themselves and wonder if they are parenting “the right way.”  There is no particular parenting manual that can tell you exactly how to be the best parent, as children are unique and warrant different responses and strategies from their parents.  However, research has […]

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