While the media swirls with rumors that Nicole Richie is pregnant and given that she is facing jail time, one Human Behavior Expert and therapist warns that it would be most damaging to Nicole’s child should it be born in jail.
Celebrity Life Coach and author, Patrick Wanis says, “Although her child wouldn’t end up in the welfare system as do most children born into incarcerated mothers, any amount of time that the child is away from her mother at such early and critical stages of development could affect the child’s internal emotional security, adversely affecting the child’s social relationships. Also, if Nicole were to suffer any depression during her jail time and later when released it could affect her level of nurturance and affection towards her child. Studies show depressed mothers are less loving, affectionate and nurturing towards their children. In other words, the mental and emotional impact of Nicole’s jail time would most likely be transferred to her child.”
Patrick Wanis, PhD, is a renowned relationship and behavioral expert with over 25 years of experience. Creator of SRTT Therapy (Subconscious Rapid Transformation Technique), he specializes in resolving root causes of trauma and other conditions without reliving pain or retraumatization. He has developed various psychological assessments on emotional intelligence, relationships, self-sabotage, and authenticity, and serves diverse clients from celebrities to teens. A trusted media source, Global media including CNN, BBC, FOX News turn to Wanis for insights into relationships, sexuality, human motivation, trauma, communication, body language, and persuasion.