In years past, research has shown that self-efficacy in parenting helps children develop socially and emotionally. For readers who are about to google “efficacy”, it is “the ability to produce a desired or intended result.” However, Parenting Self-Efficacy, or PSE, is a little bit more specific in definition. PSE is defined as beliefs or judgments about one’s own competency or ability to successfully carry out one’s parenting roles. Read Full Story

Something about having a sister – even a little sister – makes 10 to 14-year-olds a bit less likely to feel down in the dumps. Read Full Story

Dr. Jeffry Larson explains predictors of satisfaction and dissatisfaction in marriage Read Full Story

A main reason people do not commit to receiving help is because of common misunderstandings of therapy. Read on to debunk 12 myths about therapy. Read Full Story

In The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, John Gottman suggests that one of the best ways to have a happy and stable relationship is by giving yourself to your partner by letting your partner influence you. Read Full Story

Encouraging a loved one to seek out mental health assistance is a daunting task. Here are a few tips for helping others get help. Read Full Story

Research has shown that feelings of gratitude correlate with increased energy, improved mood, and health benefits. Read Full Story

Here is a conversation between two young single adults, Mary and Jack, who want to share about their experiences with pornography use. Read Full Story

In my dating career, I would often get asked “so…what do you study?” Then came a moment of decision: do I tell the truth? On the occasions that I chose to tell the truth, what ensued was often a little awkward for him…and for me. After all, pornography isn’t the most comfortable topic to discuss on first dates. However, I have since become more comfortable talking about my chosen field of study, and strongly believe in the importance of discussing the topic of pornography! In this post, I am going to briefly discuss two questions that I’ve studied over the past year. Read Full Story

We’ve all felt hurt or offended by another. Feeling saddened by the inconsiderate, insensitive, or immoral actions of others is normal and even inevitable. But what we do with those feelings in the long run may have a large impact on our well-being. Read Full Story

Many men think therapy entails sitting in a room (or lying on a chaise) across from a bespectacled stranger and talking about feelings, secrets, and what their mother didn’t do for them in their childhood. Because of cultural perceptions of therapy, many men think that therapy is only for women, and attending therapy may feel unnatural or bring feelings of embarrassment. But what can men do to get unstuck, motivated, and feeling better when hard times come? Discover truths about men and therapy by reading below! Read Full Story

Over the past six years, I've interacted with many scores of young people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families. ASD can be frustrating for parents, teachers, friends, and – perhaps most of all – affected individuals. The social difficulties and rigid, repetitive behaviors that define the disorder are often accompanied by extreme anxiety, inattention, and a range of physical health concerns. Despite the frustrations and challenges, I often find myself admiring traits in the young people affected with ASD I meet. Here are three admirable trait I encounter often: Read Full Story

Every year at Christmas, millions, perhaps billions of people around the world read the Christmas story from the Bible to commemorate the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. One of my favorite parts of this story has always been when the host of angels appear to the shepherds to sing of peace on earth and good will toward men. To me, this is the essence of Christmas. The sentiment of "peace on earth" has become a signature wish of the holiday season. Many find this time of year opportune for evaluating their own lives and determining ways they themselves can contribute to "peace on earth." May I suggest that this pursuit need not be some grandiose act of charity? It could be as simple as looking after your friends and loved ones. Read Full Story

For many, the mere mention of Valentine's day elicits childhood memories of paper valentines and the chalky taste of message engraved candy hearts. And don't forget the dreamy thought of finding love on Valentine's day; "Will you be my valentine?" That's the line you're supposed to use on your would-be sweet heart when February 14 rolls around, if you'll remember. But what about those of us who have already found a valentine? How can we honor this holiday of love? Read Full Story

Recently, a group of community mental health agencies came together on BYU campus for an annual conference called “Mental Health Services Awareness Night.” Included in the evening’s agenda were presentations from LDS church leader Elder Gregory A. Schwitzer and suicide prevention specialist Dr. Greg Hudnall. Read Full Story