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Advice column #18: On trauma, boundaries, and obligations
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about multigenerational families, mental health, and lasting traumas.

J. Hila Peterson
Mar 510 min read
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Advice column #17: There are lots of ways to have a family
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about sibling relationships, clear communication, and family ties across generations.

J. Hila Peterson
Dec 28, 202412 min read
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Canceling Thanksgiving
The impact of conversations denied, distorted or delayed and the misalignment of values.

Jen Maher
Nov 24, 20247 min read
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The Right Conversation Around Family Estrangement
November is Family Estrangement Awareness Month. The right conversation needs the right place to start.

Jen Maher
Nov 1, 20244 min read
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When your family is your bully
Navigating the intersection of Bullying Prevention Month with family bullying and scapegoat abuse

Jen Maher
Oct 24, 20247 min read
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Putting out the fires of intergenerational family dysfunction
“We inherit pain. When it is not coped with, it gets passed again." - An exploration on intergenerational trauma and estrangement

Jen Maher
Sep 26, 20247 min read
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Estrangement: The roles of respect and entitlement
Respect and entitlement are probably THE most often discussed topics within estrangement - and most often incorrectly.

Jen Maher
Aug 8, 202410 min read
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Advice column #14: How should I handle family gatherings?
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about being invited to family gatherings while estranged.

J. Hila Peterson
Jul 31, 20247 min read
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Let’s fight! What nearly everyone gets wrong about conflict
Article two of the July Educational Series dives into the often misunderstood role of conflict in family dynamics.

Jen Maher
Jul 25, 202410 min read
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No “Perfect” Families Here
In recognition of July 18 "Perfect Family Day" this month's educational series will explore this topic.

Jen Maher
Jul 11, 20249 min read
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Advice Column #10: Making the "Right Choice" When It Comes to Estrangement
This month, the advice columnist answers a question about maintaining connections to cherished relatives after estrangement.

J. Hila Peterson
Feb 5, 20247 min read
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Advice Column #7: November Edition on the Domino Effects of Estrangement
This month, our advice columnist answered a question about a situation where becoming estranged from one relative might mean losing contact.

J. Hila Peterson
Oct 29, 20236 min read
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If you're a student who is estranged, your mental health is crucial
For estranged college students, your mental health is not something you want to skimp out on.

Together Estranged
Sep 22, 20223 min read
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