While parents look forward to traveling with their child in the future, they can also enjoy a solo trip without the stress of parenting. Even if children feel temporarily distressed, they are resilient and will bounce back. Taking separate holidays can help parents balance their needs of self care and can also signal the strength of a relationship with their partner to trust one another.

Read more in Amanda Gordon’s article with Yahoo! Lifestyle on the balance of family and needing time for yourself.

By Armchair PsychologyAugust13, 2024

Category: Print
Recent Post
End of Year Depression: Why December Feels Different

End of Year Depression: Why December Feels Different

End of Year Depression: Why December Feels Different In Australia, mental health care is a right, not a privilege. The Medicare Better Access program allows eligible adults to receive subsidised psychology For many high performers, the approach of December brings...

Use Your Remaining Medicare Sessions Before Year End

Use Your Remaining Medicare Sessions Before Year End

Use Your Remaining Medicare Sessions Before Year End In Australia, mental health care is a right, not a privilege. The Medicare Better Access program allows eligible adults to receive subsidised psychological therapy each calendar year. These sessions reset every 1...

End of Year Burnout: When Achievement Becomes Your Enemy

End of Year Burnout: When Achievement Becomes Your Enemy

End of Year Burnout: When Achievement Becomes Your Enemy As December approaches, calendars fill with project deadlines, client demands and social events. High‑performing professionals are no strangers to stress, but the end‑of‑year crunch can push even the most...

Therapist vs Psychologist: What’s the Difference (in Australia)?

Therapist vs Psychologist: What’s the Difference (in Australia)?

Therapist vs Psychologist: What’s the Difference (in Australia)? Many Australians are confused about whether to see a therapist or a psychologist when they need support. This short guide explains the differences so you can choose the right professional for your needs....

You Are Not Alone: Why Moods Can Really Be Upsetting for Teens

You Are Not Alone: Why Moods Can Really Be Upsetting for Teens

You Are Not Alone: Why Moods Can Really Be Upsetting for Teens I"Yesterday my 15-year-old was laughing with her friends. Today she won't come out of her room." A mum sat across from me last week, completely bewildered by her daughter's emotional rollercoaster.​ If...

Categories
Our Services
Armchair Psychology