Ask the Experts: Parents Differ Over Dog

Ask the Experts: Parents Differ Over Dog

This article originally appeared in Macaroni Kid on October 21, 2020, by Luanne Starr Rhoades, LCPC, LADC, CCS; Health Affiliates Maine.  Question:  My son is 11 and has some significant behavioral issues including outbursts of anger, aggression, and yelling. We have...
Divorced Dad Has Disinterested Kids

Divorced Dad Has Disinterested Kids

 I am a divorced dad and don’t see my teenage children as much as I would like due to my work requiring significant travel. We’ve grown apart a lot in recent months and now even when we do see each other, I feel like I don’t even know what to say or ask.

Past “Baggage” Brings Parenting Problem

Past “Baggage” Brings Parenting Problem

This article originally appeared in Macaroni Kid on November 26, 2018 by Luanne Starr Rhoades, LCPC, LADC, CCS; Health Affiliates Maine Question:  My relationship with my brother growing up was pretty toxic. While it has improved with age, I have recently realized it...