When Family Conflict Becomes Part of a Child’s Story
A new toy should be easy to enjoy. Yet in one coming-of-age memoir, an orange-haired troll doll becomes a significant […]
Why Childhood Experiences Play a Lasting Role in Shaping Identity
A child looking for breakfast has a different view of the refrigerator from the adults who stocked it. Fine cheese
Using humor as a lifeline: Laughing your way through life’s obstacles
Humanity has always found that laughter is one of the most effective coping mechanisms in difficult situations. Whether coping with
Growing Up Bicoastal: Insights from 1960s and 1970s Manhattan and Los Angeles
Growing up in the turbulent 1960s and early 1970s in two great cities—Manhattan and Los Angeles—offers a unique perspective on
Rich vs. Happy: Is It Possible to Buy Contentment With Money?
In a world where success is typically judged by financial status, the question of whether money can actually buy happiness