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Asperger’s Syndrome and the Illusion of Friendship October 23, 2012 . 17 Comments
This is the third in a series of articles designed to explore some of the issues and concerns that arise around what is currently called Asperger’s syndrome, which will soon be incorporated ... Read More
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The Therapeutic Relationship: a Blueprint October 22, 2012 . 6 Comments
As therapists, we take journeys with our clients. We embark on long trips to uncover and discover the past and imagine possible futures. In the case of people who have been victims of ... Read More
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Studies Show Klonopin and Xanax May Impair Immune System October 16, 2012 . 16 Comments
The benzodiazepines are a class of drugs typically prescribed for the treatment of anxiety or chronic seizure. They work by slowing the electrical activity in the brain, resulting in a ... Read More
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Sports Fan Violence: It’s No Game October 14, 2012 . 2 Comments
Sports generally are viewed as harmless pursuits, a source of social interaction and bonding, exercise, and stress relief. But in recent years, highly publicized incidents of fan violence ... Read More
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Is Cyber Bullying More Harmful Than Traditional Bullying? October 9, 2012 . 24 Comments
Cyber bullying has become more common with advances in technology. Messages can be posted on social networking websites, and pictures can be downloaded, altered, and made available to the ... Read More
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Older Adults Using Lexapro for Generalized Anxiety October 9, 2012 . 2 Comments
Generalized anxiety (GAD) is the most commonly diagnosed form of anxiety among adults. Symptoms of GAD include excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life. For younger adults, ... Read More
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Shyness and Relationships: a Double-Edged Sword October 3, 2012 . 7 Comments
Shyness can be make social interactions moderately difficult for some people. For extremely shy people, socializing with other individuals can be excruciating. The worry and fear that come ... Read More
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Asperger’s Syndrome and Emotional Intelligence October 2, 2012 . 28 Comments
This is the second in a series of articles designed to explore some of the issues and concerns that arise around what is currently called Asperger’s syndrome, which will soon be incorporated ... Read More
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How Accurate Are Parental Reports Regarding Children’s Emotional States? September 26, 2012 . 11 Comments
One of the most common methods for assessing the behavioral and emotional state of a child is a parental report. This type of evaluation usually comprises a parent’s observation and evaluation ... Read More
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Managing Your Emotions Through Dialectical Behavior Therapy September 24, 2012 . 9 Comments
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a comprehensive, evidence-based treatment approach used to treat individuals with a wide variety of issues, including relationship conflict, anxiety, ... Read More
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Motivated by Fear: Exploring How Negative Feedback Influences Performance August 29, 2012 . 8 Comments
Fear can be a strong motivator. People who are afraid of living in poverty may be motivated to pursue any career option in order to avoid financial destitution. In a similar way, individuals ... Read More
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Focused Abdominal Breathing to Reduce Pain and Anxiety August 20, 2012 . 13 Comments
I almost always suggest to clients that they learn focused abdominal breathing and practice a minimum of 5 minutes every day; for the best results, I recommend they practice 20 or more ... Read More
