To a very young neglected child the world can seem a very scary place. In many ways anxiety is simply part of growing up. Children may be frightened about starting school, or moving to a new home in a different neighborhood, or even falling ill and having to visit aContinue Reading
According to psychoanalyst Erik Erikson (1902-1994), during the fifth stage of human development – adolescent through young adult years – we struggle with identity issues. This is the time when we develop a sense of who we are, i.e., our self-image. In many cases it becomes “self-images.” New Problems ConfusedContinue Reading
Of all the conditions in life that provoke sadness, fear, anger, or even hatred, none is more intense than an adult hurting, degrading or molesting a helpless child. And neglecting that child to the point they are left unprotected and vulnerable to other predators. Every state and country has itsContinue Reading