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A Whiteness Pandemic Is Behind the Racism Pandemic

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Silence and inaction in the face of the oppression of Black individuals are key components of the “Whiteness Pandemic,” which, in my view, perpetuates the racism pandemic.

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Bottle or Breast? Shame or Guilt, Either Way

But these emotions seem to play different roles in mothers’ infant feeding experiences.

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Post-Breakup Conflict Between Parents Harms Children

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Using children as a weapon against an ex-partner is a form of family violence.

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Should Parents Actually Worry About Their Children Being Lured Away by Strangers?

A nightmare scenario dreaded by every parent is their child being abducted by a stranger.

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Living in a Chaotic Home isn’t Good for Children

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Home routines can shape children’s skills and development.

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Left or Right? How You Hold a Baby is Linked to Emotional and Racial Biases

Turns out the left side is preferred, but most people are probably unaware of its possible implications.

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How a Parent’s Affection Shapes a Child’s Happiness

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Discover why affectionate contact between parents and children is critical to children’s positive growth—and see what parents can do to build hugs into their daily routines.

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Should You Try to Hide Your Negative Emotions from Your Kids?

Many parents try to protect their children by hiding their negative emotions, but that might not always be a good idea.

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Are Parents Happier Than People Without Children? The Answer Depends on Whether You’re a Mom or a Dad

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Mothers and fathers often play different roles at home, and this difference can affect their happiness as parents.

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Why Do Teenagers Expect People to Reject Them?

Unhappy Teenage Girl Being Gossiped About By School Friends

If you assume that other people will disappoint or reject you, the quality of your relationship with your parents and your parents’ relationship with each other could have played a role.

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