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Hindustan Times
9 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
National Parents Day 2025: Psychiatrist reveals ways for parents and children to understand each other better and bond
National Parents Day 2025: This year, July 27 marks National Parents Day. It is observed to celebrate the constant love, support, and guidance that parents offer throughout their children's lives. On this occasion, let's take a closer look at how parents and children can understand each other and communicate better. Better communication between parents and children helps in reducing conflicts and understanding each other better. (Shutterstock) ALSO READ: Happy National Parents' Day 2025 wishes: 70+ messages, greetings, images, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share Often, parents and children aren't on the same page. From loudly slamming doors to frustrated yelling of 'Why don't you get me?', the gap between generations can sometimes feel too wide to bridge. While both children and parents navigate their own problems in life, they often turn a blind eye to each other's struggles, unintentionally widening the emotional distance. This is why a powerful way to make a supportive environment at home is to understand each other's perspectives. HT Lifestyle reached out to a psychiatrist to explore how parents and children can understand each other. Understanding each other's perspectives Understanding each other creates a cooperative environment at home.(Shutterstock) Dr Ajit Dandekar, head of mental health (psychiatry and psychology) at Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital in Mumbai, shared three behavioural approaches for parents. He said, 'Keep it simple, start with respect, aim for understanding before instructions, and focus on effort rather than criticism. Those three shifts alone can transform everyday conversations at home.' What can parents do to understand their children better? Further, Dr Dandekar listed six things parents can do to understand their children better, covering all the essentials, from conversation hacks to emotional regulation: Listen to decode, not to dismiss: Children rarely say things 'straight,' their feelings are often wrapped in stories or behaviour. Reflect back what you hear ('It sounds like you're really frustrated about…') so they feel seen, not judged. Validate feelings before giving advice: Start with, 'I get why that hurt/was scary' before you instruct or correct. Validation lowers emotional intensity and opens the door to problem-solving. Use an 'emotional mirror': Name the emotion you observe—'You seem angry and let down'—without lecturing. Accurate reflection helps children identify, regulate, and eventually change their own responses. Avoid comparisons, blaming and labels: Comparing siblings, calling a child 'lazy', or stonewalling shuts communication down. Praise effort, strategies and progress, not personality traits—this builds resilience and a growth mindset. Co-create boundaries and routines: Invite children to help set a few clear rules and predictable routines. Shared ownership increases cooperation and reduces daily power struggles. Repair quickly after ruptures: If you've overreacted, apologise and restate the goal calmly. Modelling accountability teaches children how to repair relationships, too. Be curious, not controlling: Ask open questions ('What made today tough?') instead of rapid-fire instructions. Curiosity communicates respect and keeps the conversation two-way, not two parallel monologues. What can children do to understand their parents better? It's easy to blame parents and say 'they just don't get it', but they are human too. Commonly, children see them only through the lens of their role as 'parents,' forgetting they, too, have their own pressures and emotions. Understanding goes both ways. Dr Dandekar listed out three things for children to understand their parents' pov: Acknowledge effort and limits: Parents juggle finances, work, and care. Noticing their effort ('Thanks for trying to make time today') softens conflict and builds mutual empathy. Say what you feel and what you need: Use clear 'I' statements—'I felt ignored when…' and 'I need 10 minutes to explain…'—instead of withdrawing or shouting. Join the solution: Offer ideas, accept reasonable boundaries and follow agreed-upon routines. Collaboration shows maturity and earns trust. Keeping indoors clean and safe An unwashed pillowcase carries a lot of germs and bacteria.(Shutterstock) The physical environment also shapes mood in more ways than one. So while emotional connection is the foundation of a healthy parent-child relationship, it's equally important for parents to ensure that children are comfortable and in a safe, clean space. Weighing in on this, Nathan Lawson McLean, Design Engineer at Dyson, shared the importance of a cleaning routine and maintaining a safe indoor air quality. 'Many parents assume that staying indoors protects their families from pollution, but indoor air can often be more polluted than outdoor air due to sources like cooking, cleaning agents, furniture, and even dust mites,' Nathan explained. 'Areas such as mattresses, pillows, curtains, fabric covers, and soft toys are frequently overlooked during cleaning, yet they can harbour dust, allergens, bacteria, and even microscopic particles that linger for months." Nathan further quoted a recent study, which revealed that an unwashed pillowcase, when left unwashed for even just a week, can collect millions of bacteria, becoming a significant risk to children's health and overall well-being. To prevent the risk of falling sick, Nathan suggested, 'Regular vacuuming of these surfaces, especially mattresses and other high-contact areas, is essential to minimise exposure to harmful particles. Pairing this with proper ventilation helps reduce the buildup of pollutants and ensures fresher, cleaner air for your little ones. Babies spend so much of their time sleeping, and creating a serene, clean sleep environment not only supports their growth and development but also provides peace of mind for parents." Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Indian Express
‘Like Covid all over again': Gurgaon RWAs stare at sanitation crisis after crackdown fears drive migrants away
As Bengali-speaking migrant workers leave the city following reports of several being picked up during the Gurgaon Police's verification drive to identify suspected foreigners, housing societies that depended on them for sanitation services are struggling. 'We had six to seven door-to-door collectors… They spoke Bengali and had all the documents. Out of fear, they have stopped coming for the past 8-10 days; some have headed home. We are now struggling to train the new staff we had to hire, to get garbage cleared on time. It is like Covid all over again,' said Kusum Sharma, a Residents' Welfare Association (RWA) member of Suncity township in Sector 54 along the Golf Course Road. 'This arrangement has been in place for six years. Why was this sudden crackdown carried out without putting in place alternative measures?' she added. 'Even domestic help are scared to come to work now.' The situation is similar in Sector 23A. RWA General Secretary Bhawani Shankar Tripathy said door-to-door waste collection has been disrupted for more than a week now. 'The day the police operation began, they (workers) disappeared. The cart operators, who were Bengali speaking, are gone… the one remaining vehicle operator is overwhelmed and effectively works on alternate days now… Waste is piling up in vacant plots and greenbelt areas.' Road sweeping has also taken a hit, he added. 'The staff, reduced from 27 to 20 after a contract renewal, now comprises only two women. It is humanly impossible for two people to clean 2 km every day. They manage only 300-500m daily, alternating sections. Even the park dustbins are overflowing now, as people have started dumping their waste there.' RWAs like Ardee City in Sector 52, which house 2,500 families, have arranged for their own pickup truck with four new workers. 'Our 12 earlier door-to-door collectors have fled. We have now invested in a public announcement system, and coordinate through WhatsApp as to when the truck reaches a lane so people can come to give the garbage,' said Chaitali Mandhotra, Ardee City RWA member. Speaking with The Indian Express, Municipal Corporation of Gurugram Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya acknowledged that sanitation operations in some areas had initially been affected. 'We have been swiftly deploying alternative arrangements (in terms of workforce) that were already in place. The issue is being faced by those sectors that had arrangements with private players who would employ (migrant workers) from the informal sector,' he said.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Fishing vessels blocking ship route at Vizhinjam port causes concern
Thiruvananthapuram: Vizhinjam international seaport faces a new challenge as fishing vessels are reportedly obstructing the path of large ships. Shipping companies claimed that the unregulated movement of fishing vessels was delaying their anchoring. Several shipping companies have expressed their dissatisfaction over the issue, as ships are forced to anchor at sea for hours until the fishing vessels clear the channel. Port authorities also claimed that this resulted in significant financial losses. On Tuesday, a mother vessel named MSC Istanbul remained at sea for four hours as hundreds of fishing vessels blocked its path. According to port authorities, the fishermen ignored requests from them to avoid the ship's route. Eventually, officials from marine enforcement (ME) and Vizhinjam coastal police had to reach the spot to convince the fishermen. Coastal police registered a case against several identifiable fishermen for blocking the ship route and for abusing and threatening officials under BNS Section 296 (b) and Section 117 (e) of the Kerala Police Act. "This is the first time a case was registered against the fishermen for coming in the way of mother ships. It is not easy to shift the fishing boats from the channel immediately. The govt must form some guidelines in this regard and make the fishermen aware of the consequences. A slight negligence can lead to a collision, potential damage to both ships and fishing vessels and a threat to the life of fishermen," said a top official of ME. Sources at Adani Port claimed that the govt, by an order, restricted fishing activities in the ship channel and the route was clearly marked using buoys. However, seeking a good catch, the fishermen enter the restricted area. "The route near the port is just 150m wide and the fishermen can conduct their activities while avoiding this area. On average, 50 vessels arrive at the port every month and one lakh twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) goods are handled. For this to happen, there should not be any delay in ship movements. Affecting the journey of one ship can affect the journey of all the remaining ships as well, impacting the smooth functioning of the port," said sources at the port. Currently, port authorities alert fishermen on WhatsApp groups about the arrival of ships. This system has proven ineffective and it was high time for an alternative mechanism to be put in place, said officials. Vizhinjam port: Latin archdiocese vicar general demands proper alarm system for fishermen The frequent movement of ships to and from the port was creating risks to the lives of fishermen and it was also damaging their fishing nets, said Fr Eugine Pereira, vicar general of Latin archdiocese. He also criticised state govt for commissioning the port without properly implementing a system to address the concerns of the fishermen. "There should be an effective warning system to alert the fishermen about the arrival of ships, as they cannot abruptly move away while casting fishing nets. A siren system must be in place, announcing the expected arrival time of ships so that they can manage their work ahead of the ship's arrival. Registering cases against the fishermen will irk them sentimentally, as they are at sea not for entertainment but to find livelihood means. They go to sea by risking their lives and the apathy of officials concerned and state govt towards such grave issues adds to their miseries," said Fr Pereira. Not all fishermen have WhatsApp accounts and they may not be able to check messages while fishing at sea, he added. "Sending messages on WhatsApp about the arrival of ships is not an ideal way of alerting them. After all, the ship channel is not properly marked using buoys. When the govt properly addresses these issues, everything will go smoothly," added Fr Pereira.
