Listen "Mel Schwartz, LCSW, MPhill: Hidden Harms — Unveiling Child Anxiety Burdens | Raising Parents #55"
Episode Synopsis
In our ongoing exploration of parent-child relationships, we've delved into the importance of fostering a healthy bond through open communication. However, as parents, it's essential to navigate the delicate balance between honesty and inadvertently placing undue responsibility on our children.
In today's episode, we tackle the complexities of communication that can inadvertently accelerate a child's transition into a caregiver role, blurring the lines of parent-child dynamics. Joining us for this insightful conversation is Mel Schwartz, a distinguished Psychotherapist, 2x TEDx Speaker, and acclaimed author.
In this thought-provoking discussion, Mel Schwartz shares his expertise on recognizing and establishing healthy boundaries within parent-child relationships. We explore how certain types of communication can unintentionally burden children with responsibilities beyond their years, potentially hindering their emotional and psychological development.
Drawing from his wealth of experience and expertise, Mel Schwartz offers practical insights and strategies for fostering a balanced and respectful dynamic between parents and children.
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Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mel-schwartz-psychotherapy-westport-ct-westport-ct/47146
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In today's episode, we tackle the complexities of communication that can inadvertently accelerate a child's transition into a caregiver role, blurring the lines of parent-child dynamics. Joining us for this insightful conversation is Mel Schwartz, a distinguished Psychotherapist, 2x TEDx Speaker, and acclaimed author.
In this thought-provoking discussion, Mel Schwartz shares his expertise on recognizing and establishing healthy boundaries within parent-child relationships. We explore how certain types of communication can unintentionally burden children with responsibilities beyond their years, potentially hindering their emotional and psychological development.
Drawing from his wealth of experience and expertise, Mel Schwartz offers practical insights and strategies for fostering a balanced and respectful dynamic between parents and children.
To see more of Mel’s work, follow along to his website and social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelHSchwartz
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melschwartz7/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melschwartz7/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/schwartzbwu
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelSchwartz7
Website: https://melschwartz.com/
Substack: https://melschwartz.substack.com
Medium: https://melschwartz.medium.com/
Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mel-schwartz-psychotherapy-westport-ct-westport-ct/47146
Produced by the Parenting Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs.
Explore LMSL at https://www.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://pa.lmsl.net/ for further information about Parenting Science Labs.
Follow us on social media to stay updated:
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