Tag Archives: fighting

Advice for Couples: Self-Soothing

By Dr. Joshua Coleman | Published: February 23, 2010
One of the most important behaviors that you have to learn to be in a couple is the ability to soothe yourself when you get hurt or provoked.  If you grew up in a family that was chaotic or where there was ongoing neglect or abuse, this will likely require more effort on your part [...]
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Fighting in Front of the Children

By Dr. Joshua Coleman | Published: February 4, 2010
Many parents worry about whether they’re hurting their kids by fighting in front of them. Join Dr. Coleman on View from the Bay as he discusses the Do’s and Don’ts!
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What Should I Do in the Middle of a Fight?

By Dr. Joshua Coleman | Published: May 1, 2009
Taking a “time out” from a fight is a great way to give yourselves time to clam down and collect your thoughts.
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Fighting and Biting

By Dr. Joshua Coleman | Published: January 12, 2009
Ah summer morning… the robins and finches twittering in the elms, the smell of coffee brewing in the kitchen, warm breeze coming through the screen door and the sound of my twin boys trying to kill each other in the living room. “You idiot!” “Get off me! Urggh, get off me!!” “Da-uh-ad!! He kicked me!!” “Well, he spit on [...]
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