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Will My Firstborn Love the new Baby... or List Them for sale?
A Psychologist's Guide to Surviving the Anxiety of Bringing Home Baby #2 If you're expecting your second baby, congratulations! If you're also lying awake at 2:00 a.m. wondering whether your toddler will lovingly cuddle their new sibling or attempt to return them to the hospital, welcome to the club. One of the biggest worries I hear from expectant parents isn't necessarily labor, sleep deprivation, or diaper blowouts. It's this: "What if my first child struggles with the new
Shelley Daniels, Psy.D
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Will My Firstborn Love the new Baby... or List Them for sale?
A Psychologist's Guide to Surviving the Anxiety of Bringing Home Baby #2 If you're expecting your second baby, congratulations! If you're also lying awake at 2:00 a.m. wondering whether your toddler will lovingly cuddle their new sibling or attempt to return them to the hospital, welcome to the club. One of the biggest worries I hear from expectant parents isn't necessarily labor, sleep deprivation, or diaper blowouts. It's this: "What if my first child struggles with the new
Shelley Daniels, Psy.D
Signs of High-Functioning Anxiety: When You Look Fine on the Outside but Feel Overwhelmed Inside
If you've ever been told, "You have it all together," while secretly feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or constantly worried, you may be experiencing high-functioning anxiety. Unlike anxiety that is immediately noticeable, high-functioning anxiety often hides behind achievement, responsibility, and perfectionism. Many people continue to excel at work, care for their families, and meet everyone's expectations while silently struggling with persistent stress and self-doubt. Altho
Shelley Daniels, Psy.D
Is Burnout Different from Depression?
Many people use the words “burnout” and “depression” interchangeably, but they are not the same. While they can share similar symptoms—such as exhaustion, low motivation, and difficulty concentrating—they have different causes, and understanding the difference is an important first step toward feeling better. What Is Burnout? Burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged stress. It often develops when the demands placed on you consisten
Shelley Daniels, Psy.D
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