Birth order bias or middle children breaking the mould? It’s time to put a spotlight on family dynamics and stereotypes…
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What is eldest daughter syndrome?
It’s a term that has blown up on social media, but a new study has added weight to the phenomenon. So what is it, what’s the impact, and how can we break free of it?…
How can therapy help our blended family?
In today's world, more families are becoming blended. Here, our expert columnist, Jodie McCormack talks about what a blended family means and the importance of good communication to navigate change…
What is scapegoating, why does it happen, and how can we heal and move forward?
Nobody likes to be blamed for something they didn’t do. So, why do some of us end up pulling the short straw and taking the heat for others’ mistakes or wrongdoings?…
25 questions to ask your dad this Father’s Day
Start a conversation, and use these questions as prompts to get to know a new side of your dad…
Cutting ties: what is family estrangement and is it the right thing to do?
We explore what can lead people to cut off contact with family members, and the steps you may want to explore first…