Editorials by Dr. Gordon Neufeld and the faculty

Our editorials offer insights from Dr. Gordon Neufeld and faculty, applying attachment-based developmental science to the pressing issues of our time. These writings help parents, educators, and professionals navigate complex topics with clarity, wisdom, and a deep understanding of human development.

Darlene Denis-Friske · Sep 9, 2012
Beware the "Overlies"…
Darlene Denis-Friske has learned to ease her kids through the “overlies” — overtired, overstretched, overwhelmed — by slowing down, connecting, and m…Read more
Lis Kroeker · Jul 17, 2012
The Phone Rang at Nine
Lis Kroeker shares how she almost ignored a late-night call from a worried mom. Meeting her the next day revealed the mom's deeper struggle, and it c…Read more
Sara Easterly · Jun 8, 2012
Believing You’re Mom Enough
Amid media hype and judgment, parents often question if they’re “mom enough.” Sara Easterly shares her journey to finding confidence and trusting her…Read more
Darlene Denis-Friske · May 17, 2012
Sibling Tensions: Staying Outside of Details, and Inside Relationships…
When siblings clash, parents often get stuck in details. Learn how to step back, protect connection, and guide children through conflict with empathy…Read more
Colleen Drobot · Apr 11, 2012
Understanding the Sensitive Child from the Inside Out
Parenting a sensitive child can feel overwhelming. Learn how to protect their hearts, lower anxiety, and help them flourish with empathy and resilien…Read more
Gordon Neufeld · Mar 7, 2012
Does your child have an alpha complex?
Some children are bossy, controlling, or overly caring — signs of an alpha complex. Learn what alpha instincts are, why they develop, and how they af…Read more
Shoshana Hayman · Feb 28, 2012
The Collecting Dance — The Key to the Heart
Learn about the ancient “collecting dance” that helps parents and caregivers connect with children, nurture attachment, and create the trust needed f…Read more
Darlene Denis-Friske · Jan 16, 2012
Moments of Connection with our Children
Discover how small daily moments of delight, warmth, and presence can strengthen parent–child bonds more than scheduled “quality time.” Read more
Gordon Neufeld · Jan 2, 2012
A New Year’s Yearning
Gordon Neufeld shares a Dickens quote about a heart that never hardens, a temper that never tires, and a touch that never hurts. He reflects on aging…Read more