Research Articles

The Four Stages of Relationships - A Psychologist Viewpoint

Estelle le Roux — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 04:26:00 GMT

In this article I aim briefly to explore the four stages of relationships from a psycho-analytic perspective and provide some clarity on the nature of relating in romantic relationships. The ultimate goal is to explore alternative avenues in relating besides breaking up or ending up in divorce court.

What is a child custody or child access evaluation?

Estelle le Roux — Mon, 07 Apr 2014 14:01:00 GMT

A child custody/access evaluation is a process in which a mental health expert, usually a clinical psychologist, evaluates your family and makes a recommendation to the court for a custody and/or visitation or parenting plan that is in your child’s best interest.

Assessment of Attention-Deficit Disorder - ADD

Estelle le Roux — Sun, 30 Mar 2014 08:25:00 GMT

Attention-Deficit Disorder is a complex condition that involves impairment in focus, organization, motivation, emotional regulation, memory, and other functions of the brain’s management system.

Neuropsychological Assessments of Children

Estelle le Roux — Fri, 28 Mar 2014 22:36:00 GMT

Neuro-psychological assessment of children can assist parents, educators, health care providers, and third-party assessors to make decisions about the needs of children with various types of brain dysfunction.

The Effect of Divorce on Adolescents' Attachment to their Non-resident Fathers

Estelle le Roux — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 19:11:00 GMT

The purpose of this study was to examine the post-divorce attachment security of adolescents to their mothers and non-resident fathers.

The Influence of a Non-resident Father's Involvement & Adolescent Well-being

Estelle le Roux — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 19:09:00 GMT

This study investigated the influence of non-resident fathers' involvement in the well-being of their adolescent children after divorce.

Patterns of Contact and Involvement between Adolescents and their Non-resident Fathers

Estelle le Roux — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 19:03:00 GMT

This study examined the patterns of contact and involvement between adolescents and their non-resident fathers after divorce in an ethnically diverse sample.