At first blush, the trait of vulnerability would appear to be a moral failing or weakness. I would argue to the contrary.
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Dealing with a sassy 4-year-old – November 17, 2023
Dr. Bob: My 4-year-old son seems to have picked up some of his older brother’s stubbornness. He has even found it funny to use words he knows that we do not approve of. I know that I shouldn’t threaten to wash his mouth out but am at wit’s end. Please help! Answer: Your problem is…
Civil rights struggles and 2020 election denials
Children learn from adults and if they learn that wanton disregard for the rule of law and that not being empathetic toward others are acceptable behaviors, we have failed.
One-year-old throwing food – November 10, 2023
Dr. Bob: My one-year-old daughter will throw her food from her highchair. My family thinks it’s cute but at the end of a busy day, I don’t since I have to clean it up. What advice do you have? Answer: I completely understand your problem. I’m sure that she is smiling and probably laughing as…
The injustices of poverty
The war on poverty should not just be a financial one. The war on poverty needs to be an all-inclusive one bringing justice to all.
How do handle a picky eater – November 3, 2023
Dr. Bob: I have a 5-year-old granddaughter who used to eat everything when she was 2-3 years old. Now she refuses to try new foods and eats very few foods (chicken and potatoes). She is thin and pale. I have gotten her parents to give her a multiple vitamin each day. Do you have any suggestions on…