From a very young age, Amir experienced instability and trauma in his house. This caused him to lash out at home and school with verbal and physical aggression. At 11 years old, Amir was involved in a gun incident which left his father paralyzed.

As the new year begins, so do the resolutions. Many people set ambitious goals — reading 50 books by the end of the year, working out six days a week or even better, “New Year, New Me” — only to abandon them months later.

The holiday season brings joy to many, but it can also create stress for children and families. Financial pressure, disrupted routines and high expectations can amplify emotions and strain family dynamics.