The Good Therapy Blog
August 25th, 2009 |
Working through a mental health difficulty can be personally challenging for the self, but most people who confront such concerns also encounter issues within their families. In extreme cases, some people may become separated from their loved ones, as is the case of many women in Los Angeles with criminal backgrounds and indications of mental health concerns. But the rate of reunification is distinctly on the rise in the city, as women... Read More
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August 25th, 2009 |
There are multiple costs associated with poor mental health at work; companies must grapple with the ramifications of sick leave, decreases in the quality of performance, and even spread of aggression and rudeness among overly stressed employees. Recently, an Australian mental health researcher addressed a major local business conference with the idea that spending money on promoting good mental health in the workplace can go a long way towards making company atmospheres more... Read More
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August 25th, 2009 |
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Dubai has been in continuous and remarkable growth for decades, exemplifying the inspiration and diligence of the region as it improves services and highlights its cultural specialties to its residents and to the world at large. But as with every area of the world, Dubai experiences as considerable drug addiction issue within its native population, and the effort to help residents overcome their addictions and to create a safer and more prosperous society are on the top of the to-do list for many officials and organizations. Recently, in an effort to gain a better... Read More
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August 24th, 2009 |
Issues with rising obesity rates in combination with a growing percentage of people who report feelings of depression and anxiety have been considerable causes for concern in recent years, and analyzing popular trends and shifts in lifestyles may hold the key to understanding how and why the prevalence of basic physical and mental health concerns are changing. Seeking to examine the links between different media usage types and typical physical and mental health... Read More
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August 24th, 2009 |
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In most states throughout the country, funding for mental health care services is taking a major hit as a result of the tightening grip of the global economic downturn. Facing difficult decisions in terms of financing social programs and services, state officials are often forced to cut funds going towards mental health facilities and initiatives, and in some areas where therapy and related practices have just begun to gain momentum, this downturn is especially bitter. Oklahoma is among such places where therapy has recently experienced a greater degree of acceptance,... Read More
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August 24th, 2009 |
Having a good laugh at the expense of a trained professional may be a favorite activity at the circus, but for many children around the world in poverty and war stricken areas, such experiences have traditionally been few and far between. This is changing, however, thanks to the group Clowns Without Borders, which has been bringing the laughter, amusement, and unadulterated joy of silly antics and crazy costumes to less advantaged children in many countries. With its foundation achieved in 1993, the organization has reached... Read More
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August 23rd, 2009 |
Taking a leisurely stroll at sunset or starting off the day with a brisk walk has often been hailed as a healthy and invigorating way to incorporate exercise into a healthy lifestyle. Increasingly, the benefits of walking and other forms of exercise are being recognized as useful components of the healing process in clients with feelings of depression. Suggesting that the adoption of an exercise regimen –even if it simply consist of enjoying... Read More
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August 23rd, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Summary
Emotional responses to being insulted may vary from person to person, but results are typically negative. In many cases, people may feel inclined to demonstrate aggressiveness when provoked, either through verbal or physical attacks. Curiously, however, a recent study has shown that an action as simple as lying down can significantly reduce the impulse to strike back.
Held at Texas A & M University, the study... Read More
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August 22nd, 2009 |
The experience of different types of abuse of mistreatment during childhood tend to indicate a fairly high risk of developing mental and emotional issues as a young adult, and addressing these issues with a course of psychotherapy is a popular choice among many children and their families. But those who may need professional assistance as they enter adulthood rarely secure services, according... Read More
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August 22nd, 2009 |
There are a number of challenges that alcoholics in search of recovery face on a regular basis, but a recent study has suggested that it's the face itself that may present one of the most difficult social aspects of recovery. The research, performed at the University of California at San Diego, tested the reactions of a group of abstinent, long-term alcoholics to a range of emotionally-charged faces against those of a control... Read More
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August 22nd, 2009 |
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A popular conception of the elderly is that they're often plagued by sadness, loneliness, a decline in cognitive ability, and enjoy a poorer quality of life than their younger counterparts. As the proportion of senior citizens in the global population is expected to spike dramatically in the coming years, such a dreary outlook may cause weariness over the prospect of growing old. Yet this popular conception may not be at all reliable, a review... Read More
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August 22nd, 2009 |
In the field of cognitive science, as with many areas associated with mental health and well-being, traditional thought and research has been focused on the negative; inquiries into diseases, common disruptive issues, and other concerns constitute the bulk of studied material. But one cognitive scientist recently recalled being inspired by her granddaughter's joy, and as a result has begun to develop... Read More
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August 21st, 2009 |
Traditionally, adolescence is one of the most turbulent periods in a woman's life; though rich in the opportunity for great experiences, the time can also be difficult as girls work through self-image and social issues that can sometimes take a heavy toll on well-being. Over the past year, a New Jersey private practice social worker has been helping her young female patients gain a valuable tool in this volatile period: the group therapy dynamic. While group therapy has largely been focused on topical issues in recent years, “Sistertalk”... Read More
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August 21st, 2009 |
Grappling with the symptoms of mental illness can be challenging for therapy clients and their families, with issues ranging from poor emotional feedback on a daily basis to problems with the maintenance of a house and declining personal relationships. Recognizing the need to help therapy clients and their families understand these challenges from a more experienced point of view, a Wisconsin chapter of NAMI has developed two convenient group... Read More
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