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6 Ways Your Relationship Can Improve As Empty Nesters
Thinking about or facing the reality of an empty nest can leave some people uneasy about their relationship. Allen Sabey, Ph.D., therapist and core faculty member in the Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy program, spoke with Prevention about how to strengthen your marriage as empty nesters. Read Article
Pregnancy Mood Swings Are Normal — But That Doesn’t Mean They’re Easy
Pregnancy mood swings are not uncommon. Nikki Lively, LCSW, director of the transitions to parenthood program, explains to Refinery29 that while pregnancy mood swings are normal -- it doesn't mean they are easy. Read Article
Should you Combine Finances With Your Partner?
Deciding whether or not to combine your finances with your partner can be a difficult decision. Anthony Chambers, Ph.D., ABPP, chief academic officer and Board Certified Couple and Family Psychologist and director of Northwestern University's Center for Applied Psychological and Family Studies, spoke with The Sunday Edit about the benefits of combining finances with your…
Marriage Counseling Becomes Divorce Counseling If You Wait Too Long
The average couple waits six years prior to seeking help for their marriage and for many that is too late. Neil Venketramen, LMFT, spoke with Fatherly about the importance of not waiting too long when it comes to seeking help for your marriage. Read Article
Want a Truly Happy Marriage? Learn How to Stop Being So Defensive
Marriage is about connection. Anthony Chambers, Ph.D., ABPP, chief academic officer and Board Certified Couple and Family Psychologist and director of Northwestern University's Center for Applied Psychological and Family Studies, warns not to let defensiveness get in the way of that connection in this article for Fatherly. Read Article
12 Things To Do If You Wake Up Feeling Anxious
Anxiety can creep in at any time of the day. Dr. Mark Driscoll, licensed clinical psychologist and staff therapist, provided tips for keeping anxiety at bay when you wake up with it in this article for Huffpost. Read Article
Small issues that can become big problems in marriage
In this Fatherly article, Emily Klear, director of Couple Services at The Family Institute, addresses eight seemingly small and insignificant problems that couples need to discuss before they become major issues. Sex, imbalances in household management and finances are three of the big ones.
Navigating different values and beliefs within your family
Having different values and beliefs doesn’t mean you have to cut ties, though. Dr. Jacob Goldsmith, clinical director of the Psychotherapy Change Project at The Family Institute, has advice that can help you and your family navigate your potential political, religious, and lifestyle divides.