General | Dr. Jack Singer

The Ultimate Legacy of Papa Joe Paterno

January 25th, 2012 // 7:47 am @ Dr. Jack Singer

By Dr. Jack Singer Sport Psychologist Certainly the storied career of former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno has left many praising his legacy of career wins, devotion and loyalty to his university for so many decades, and his concern with providing a wonderful role model for the young men under his tutelage. Sadly, the end [...]

Category : General &Public Melt Downs

November is National Family Caregivers Month

November 16th, 2011 // 4:32 pm @ Dr. Jack Singer

It is not easy to be the one who is caring for someone else, no matter what their particular health issue may be. If you are in the position of being a caregiver for a loved one, here are some tips to help you when your energy flags and you are concerned about burnout.

Category : Blog &General &Stress &Stress Management

What Has Happened to Accountability in Athletic Organizations?

November 9th, 2011 // 7:10 am @ Dr. Jack Singer

Why is it that the everyday Joe is accountable, but many star athletes and coaches (as well as celebrities in any arena) get a free pass, unless the media get wind of their behaviors)?

Category : Elite Athletes &General

Rest In Peace Joe Frazier

November 8th, 2011 // 12:38 pm @ Dr. Jack Singer

Joe Frazier was a goal-directed athlete, with no fluff or need for building his image with the public. He just wanted to do his best in every fight and then go home. Modern fighters need to take lessons from Smokin’ Joe Frazier. Just perfect your craft and your image will take care of itself!

Category : Elite Athletes &General

How To Encourage Your Child’s Love of Reading

July 27th, 2011 // 9:18 am @ Dr. Jack Singer

Reading, and a love for reading begins long before a child enters preschool or kindergarten. It begins at home! By reading with and to your children early in life, you are setting them firmly on the path to later success.

Category : Blog &Children and Family &General

What to Do When Your Child Refuses to Attend College

July 25th, 2011 // 9:23 am @ Dr. Jack Singer

It’s only natural to want the best for your children. And college generally is the best route to success for most individuals. However, it’s important to understand that college is only one of many paths to success in life.

Category : Blog &Children and Family &General

Why You Should Read To Your Young Children

July 20th, 2011 // 8:33 am @ Dr. Jack Singer

Reading out loud to children of all ages is very important. It is so helpful in their literacy development and also in their mastery of language.

Category : Children and Family &General

Is Your Child Resisting Learning How to Read?

July 18th, 2011 // 7:52 am @ Dr. Jack Singer

There is a fun and simple way to get your kids started recognizing some basic words. You can do it easily without even having to spend any money.

Category : Blog &Children and Family &General

How Do You Talk To Your Baby?

July 11th, 2011 // 6:54 am @ Dr. Jack Singer

Parents can use every opportunity throughout the day to talk to their baby about anything and everything. That is a great way to build up the babies’ early literacy foundation.

Category : Children and Family &General