The Worried Child
When we are faced with danger, our body goes into what scientists call “fight or flight” mode.
Dear Dr. Yael
Growing up, I saw the respect my parents had for each other. Then I got married...
Emotional Eating And Anxiety
This doesn’t mean that anyone who occasionally has a piece of chocolate as a pick-me-up is an emotional eater.
Dear Dr. Yael
When I complain, she tells me it is retail therapy.
Angry Kids: Oppositional Defiant Disorder
To what extent is your child displaying defiance?
Dear Dr. Yael
This therapist kept focusing on how "I could do better," never on how we could make the marriage work.
Dear Dr. Yael
Unfortunately, the probability is that he will not see a reason to change as he has been acting this way for a long time and clearly has some issues with respecting women.
How Do You Feel About Change?
All of these small changes work their way into the framework of the elephant and the rider because they are helping the elephant move forward.
Are You Indecisive?
While indecision can stop you in your tracks, it’s important to point out that it’s not always bad.
Dear Dr. Yael
Returning to visit my family for Yom Tov has become torturous for me.
What Drives Us?
How do we ensure that our students aren’t studying for the grade or the end-of-the-year pizza party? How can we get them to truly want to learn for learning’s sake?
Dear Dr. Yael
Someone close to us knew that you were good at saving marriages and begged us to give therapy one last chance,
The Strength In Dyslexia
But Pi Day is worst of all
I want the extra credit bad
But trying to remember many numbers
makes me sad.
Dear Dr. Yael
My mother-in-law and I have had our problems since the beginning of my marriage.
Why Did I Sign A Post-Nuptial?
By signing the document, my husband and I are saying that our love and devotion to each other are so strong that we do not want the power to hurt each other.
Harnessing The Power Of The Teenage Brain
The teenage years are not about surviving. They are about thriving.
Dear Dr. Yael
It is very natural for kids to want attention and to be jealous of each other, especially when there is a new baby.