ArcaMax

Q: Our teen son seems fixated -- almost obsessed -- about how he looks. It's not just filtering or editing his selfies. He seems almost panicky about his physique. Is that normal?

Jim: I think most of us are aware that body image is a huge issue for teen girls. But many parents don't realize that more and more teen boys are also susceptible to ...Read more

Q: Is it too much to ask for a simple existence without pain and struggles? I don't want much -- just a comfortable life. I work hard and want to enjoy the fruits of my labor without hassle.

Jim: Especially here in America, we enjoy a greater level of comfort than any other generation in history. But all that luxury comes at a high cost -- and ...Read more

Q: I take satisfaction in filling a number of important roles: husband, father, breadwinner, church leader, youth sports coach, etc. But I often feel like I'm running behind -- and I know my family suffers for it. How can I find a better life balance?

Jim: I think we're all busier than ever before. With work pressures, family responsibilities ...Read more

Q: In the not-too-distant future, I'm going to have to assume a large portion of care for my aging parents. What should I expect? And how do I know when to step in and take on personal responsibility for their physical well-being?

Jim: Aging and death are inescapable realities of life. As we grow older, our bodies go through a natural aging ...Read more