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Psychology | Relationships

Who's the Emotional Vampire in Your Life?

As a physician, I've found that the biggest energy drain on my patients is relationships. Some relationships are positive and mood elevating. Others can suck optimism and serenity right out of you. I call these draining people "emotional vampires.&qu

Family & Parenting | Family and Parenting

Teaching Kids How To Set & Protect Their Boundaries (And Keep Toxic People Out)

Teaching kids how to set boundaries is an important life skill. Here's how to to protect your kids from the people who might shrink them.