Introduction to Family and Relationship Issues
Welcome to our Family and Relationship Issues topic center. Whoever we are, we are all very much shaped by those who raised us, our parents and/or caregivers. We are the product of human relationships, and most of us spend our days within the context of relationships with other people. We need other people to be close to us in our lives, or we tend to get sick. Who we are is very much a function of where we have come from, and who we surround ourselves with.
Despite their vital importance in our lives, relationships can be very difficult to manage. We expect our intimate partners to provide for many of our needs, but often find that differing expectations, frustration, and a need to be right create conditions for conflict and erosion of intimacy. Angels though they may be, our children test us for weaknesses and we don't always pass. Our adult parents grow older and require care, placing a burden on our other responsibilities. A diverse set of communicati...More
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Strengthening Family Ties Through Online Gaming
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Health Tip: Becoming a Step Parent
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Moms, Are You Victims of 'Invisible Labor'?
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Health Tip: Discussing Divorce With Kids
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Health Tip: Manage Family Arguments
Arguments are a natural part of family life, but constant and recurring battles can be exhausting. More...
Health Tip: Dealing With Sibling Rivalry
Adjusting from being an only child to being a big brother or big sister may be a difficult transition. More...
Close Siblings Can Ease the Pain of Family Conflict
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