Identity Issues

After more than a decade of contentious debate, the American Psychiatric Association voted Saturday to finalize the next version of its diagnostic guidebook, often referred to as the “bible” ... Read More

When teenagers enter high school, they begin a journey of preparation that may lead them to college, a career, and the responsibilities of adulthood. How these young people view that process ... Read More

It seems as if this past year has been a big one for parenting issues. We’ve read about “tiger moms” and how to bring up bébé in French style. Time dedicated a magazine cover (May ... Read More

As children transition from elementary school to middle school, they encounter many new challenges. Social networks expand with the introduction of new peers. Pressure to fit in and be ... Read More

Therapists working with individuals miss an essential component of their clients’ mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being by not inquiring about sexuality, intimacy, and ... Read More

Adolescents are at risk for many negative behaviors and consequences. Additionally, adolescence presents a time during which children begin to search for their identities. This pursuit ... Read More

Children are highly imaginative and able to create boundless fantasies. They are often undeterred by the realities that plague adults and instead possess an ability to conjure up grandiose ... Read More

Being able to interpret other people’s emotional states is critical in interpersonal relationships. Feelings can be expressed verbally, but are also exhibited through nonverbal means, ... Read More

When parents view their child’s “problematic” behavior, attitudes, or troubles as a reflection of them, it can be a terrible blow to the ego. For parents with positive self-feelings, ... Read More

Men who associate with traditional masculine ideals tend to base their masculinity in part on strength, dominance, and power. These traits can help men develop confidence and self-esteem, ... Read More

Masculine ideology and male identity are important components in a man’s life. Men view masculinity as either traditional or nontraditional and shape their identities either dependently ... Read More

Spirituality and religious affiliation have been shown to have many positive psychological benefits. For young people, having a deep sense of faith can act as a buffer against internalizing ... Read More