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How Does Infidelity Impact Young, Teenage & Adult Children?

How Infidelity Impacts Young, Teenage & Adult Children © 2022 Judith Kilborn, PH.D. and Richard Chandler, MA, LPC The Short & Long-Term Effects Of Their Parent’s Infidelity Whether your children are younger, teenagers, adults, or even aware of the affair, they will be affected short and long-term by how you and your partner respond to …

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The Physical Toll Suffered By The Betrayed Partner After Discovering An Affair

The Physical Toll Suffered By The Betrayed Partner After Discovering An Affair © 2022 Judith Kilborn, PH.D. Edited by Richard Chandler, MA, LPC When an affair is discovered, the betrayed partner’s mental and emotional burdens frequently result in physical disorders. Substantial agreement exists about the biological effects of infidelity on the betrayed spouse. In addition …

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Why Anger Hurts Kids: How Moms & Dads Can Make it Better!

Why Anger Hurts Kids: How Moms & Dads Can Make it Better! © 2023  Bonnett Chandler, MA, LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Richard Chandler, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor Is parental anger harmful to kids? How can parents avoid harsh communication and gain successful outcomes? Read these practical tips to build healthier connections with your …

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Healthy Vs. Unhealthy Anger: Can Getting Mad Be OK?

Healthy Vs. Unhealthy Anger: Can Getting Mad Be OK? © 2023  Bonnett Chandler, MA, LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Richard Chandler, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor You can express anger in healthy ways by firmly communicating your boundaries. It may be helpful to be mad about how things have been, but anger becomes unhealthy when …

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Is The Success Rate For Marriage Counseling Predictable?

Is The Success Rate For Marriage Counseling Predictable? © 2023  Bonnett Chandler, MA, LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Richard Chandler, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor Although it is impossible to accurately predict whether or not marriage counseling will heal your relationship, there are predictive factors as shown by the renowned marriage researcher, John Gottman, Ph.D. …

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Fellowship of the Rings: Common Sense Wisdom for Lasting Marriages: Part 1

Fellowship of the Rings: Common Sense Wisdom for Lasting Marriages: Part 1 By: Kirk Lamb, PhD., LP, Licensed Psychologist © 2005 – 2018 Kirk Lamb, Ph.D., Author, for text, drawings, and photographs © 2023  Bonnett Chandler, MA, LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Richard Chandler, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor Note: This marriage and couples relationship …

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Communicate Frustration to Your Husband, Wife or Romantic Partner Without an Argument

Communicate Frustration to Your Husband, Wife or Romantic Partner Without an Argument © 2023  Bonnett Chandler, MA, LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Richard Chandler, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor Married, engaged, and partnered couples aren’t exempt from feeling frustrated or upset with their partner at one time or another. When romantic couples frequently deal with …

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4 Helpful Couples Communication Tips on Perspective

4 Helpful Couples Communication Tips on Perspective © 2023  Bonnett Chandler, MA, LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Richard Chandler, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor Embracing the Perspective of Your Wife, Husband or Romantic Partner Learning to understand and appreciate your wife, husband, or romantic partner’s perspective is an essential skill. Your mutual happiness depends on …

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