Family Matters

Self-harm is a major problem among teens and it needs to be taken very seriously. No matter how severe the cut wounds are, there needs to be greater awareness of the underlying circumstances.

I've just become a victim of rape. I desperately need help and don't know where to find it – what should I do now? So far, I haven't told my parents, and no one else knows. I'm ashamed to admit it to friends and family, and I'm afraid I'll only make a bad situation worse if I go to the police. Meanwhile, I feel so dirty, guilty, worthless, desperate, and scared that I can hardly think or make a move.

Last time, we began talking about how to approach a marital separation and covered: making sure that it’s the best and only solution at the time, putting a plan in place, and informing the children in an age-appropriate way. We want to talk more about how to care for your children’s emotions during the separation as well as what steps to take as individuals during your time apart.

So many couples are struggling in their marriage relationships, and separation or divorce seems to be the only solution to end the pain. We’re going to tackle the tough subject of how to approach a marital separation on the next two programs of Family Matters

Last time, we were addressing the topic of same-sex attractions and helping our listeners understand that feelings don’t determine identity and identity labels should not be so easily appointed by society at large.

There are so many thoughts, feelings, and questions that circulate in a person's mind if they find themselves being attracted to someone of the same sex. Society would jump to conclusions and slap a label on your head in a heartbeat, but what is the truth, and what underlying factors are at play.

Should I feel uneasy about leaving my little one with a babysitter or dropping him off at the church nursery for an hour or so? I'm a new parent, and I don't know if it's healthy for my child to be separated from me, even for relatively short periods of time. What's your perspective on this?

The repercussions of an affair are always devastating. The consequences of such actions have a far-reaching impact, and the offended spouse has every reason to feel apprehensive about moving forward in the marriage.

Recovering from a traumatic experience is not a simple thing to do, it takes time and intentionality.

Did you know that among those aged 65 and older, the divorce rate has roughly tripled since 1990, and the reason for this spike is closely related to empty nest syndrome. Couples consciously choose to stay together until the children are out on their own and after that, they often realize that their marriage relationship is in such a bad state that they opt-out. We’d like to offer a few thoughts on how couples can be better prepared for the empty nest years.