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Healing from Addiction: 6 Steps on the Road to Recovery
Many people struggle with addictions in today’s stressful society. Drinking and/or using drugs, overeating, sexual compulsions, and gambling are all ways in which individuals attempt ... Read More
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Silencing the Inner Critic: The Power of Self-Compassion
“You yourself, as much as anybody else in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” —Buddha As I write this, I can feel anxiety in my entire body; my legs are restless, ... Read More
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How to Support a Transgender Friend or Family Member
When a friend or family member tells you they are transgender, or trans, it can be hard to figure out the best way to show support. Trans issues have recently become part of the mainstream ... Read More
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Why Do I Feel Like Something Is Missing in Me?
“It’s taken me a long time to get here,” Jessica lamented in her first session. “I don’t know what my problem is. I just feel unhappy. Something is missing in my life, but I don’t ... Read More
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How to Deal with the Bully Inside Your Head
Have you ever called yourself “stupid” just because you made a mistake? When you look in the mirror, do you curse your reflection for not being attractive enough? Do you make silent, ... Read More
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How We Integrate Loss: The Palpable Phenomena of Bereavement
Bereavement, the grief we feel in response to the death of a loved one, is part of our being in the world. It includes different categories of loss. There is the literal loss of the unique ... Read More
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The Top 10 Myths and Misconceptions About Depression
These days, it seems like depression is all over the news. It usually gets publicity when a high-profile tragedy occurs. You don’t hear people talking about how great they feel now that ... Read More
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Hear Me, Love Me: Explosive and Withdrawn Behavior in Kids
During healthy development, children learn that the people around them are mostly safe and trustworthy. Even when they do not get what they want, they eventually learn to self-soothe in ... Read More
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Is the MBTI a Good Indicator of Relationship Compatibility?
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a personality type classification questionnaire based on Carl Jung’s theory of psychological types. For the past several decades, it has been ... Read More
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Bruce Jenner Has the Headlines, but Transgender Is Old News
Bruce Jenner, former Olympic athlete and reality star, has made recent headlines. After months (or longer) of tabloid and entertainment news speculation, Jenner publicly came out in an ... Read More
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What Makes Some People More Resilient to Trauma Than Others?
Why do some people suffer after a traumatic event while others do not? This is an important question in the world of trauma psychology, one that is being extensively researched. We know, ... Read More
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Is Co-Sleeping or Bed Sharing with Your Child a Good Idea?
Is it OK to allow a child to sleep with his or her parents? This is a hot-button and controversial topic. Some believe there is nothing wrong with parents sharing a bed with their child ... Read More