Adolescence is a strange wondrous stage, both for the young person as well as the family. No-one can deny that, just as a tadpole becomes a frog, there are biological changes in children in terms of physical and, somewhat slower, emotional maturity. The family, along with the peers and other social force help shape the […]
I believe that one of the most useful assessment tools available to the family therapist is the concept of the homeostatic maintainer, the individuals or social forces that are maintaining a given problem and must therefore be included in the treatment. The term homeostatic maintainer derives from the word homeostasis or same state. As used […]
Dr H. Charles Fishman MD is a general, child, and adolescent psychiatrist with over 50 years of experience treating families, adolescents, and patients with eating disorders.
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In his 2013 book, Dr Charles Fishman reveals 3 powerful tools to help your family successfully navigate the 8 critical ages, stages & things that cause rages.
He shows families how to resolve common conflicts in a way that keeps them healthy, happy and together.
