Some people look for validation from others in every decision they make, including who they date. Here are three reasons why it might not be in their best interest.

Essentially, validation implies understanding and accepting another’s feelings. As Lauren Cohen, a Canadian Dubai-based ...

Validation helps a person feel cared for and supported. Yet, too often a person can feel that their inner experiences are judged and denied. This can lead to low self-worth or feelings of shame .

When basketball superstar LeBron James joined the Miami Heat in 2010, he joined a star-studded team with stellar expectations. But it was a savvy move by head coach Erik Spoelstra that set the team ...

A child development and parenting expert has revealed that caregivers don't always need to validate their kids' feelings, and the 'obsession' to do so can actually fuel dysregulation. Parents will ...

A romantic partnership is a "relentless journey of conflict management," says Alison Wood Brooks, an associate professor of ...

According to Focus on the Family, repeated hurtful remarks—whether labeled as jokes or not—can damage a marriage. The article ...

It can be difficult to manage your teen's feelings through this difficult time, but it's not impossible. Here's how. First, validate your child's feelings "If the heartbreak is happening ...