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Research Examines Parental Acceptance of Transgender Kids
Gender-nonconforming children—including those who are agender, transgender, bigender, gender fluid, or have other identities—are often met with parental rejection. A new study presented ... Read More
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When Your Partner Hates Your Dog: Addressing Disputes Over Pets
Devoted animal lovers sometimes say their pets are like children—and like children, a furry best friend can cause plenty of strife in a relationship. Whether it’s a disagreement ... Read More
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Negative Attention from Teachers Increases Negative Behavior
Negative feedback from teachers can increase concentration issues, disruptions, and overall negative behavior in students, according to a new study published in Assessment for Effective ... Read More
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Study: Tinder Use Linked to Negative Psychological Effects
Tinder users may feel less satisfied with their bodies and appearance, and male Tinder users tend to have lower self-esteem than non-Tinder users, according to a study presented at the ... Read More
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Negative Stereotypes Can Affect Female Athletes’ Performance
Female soccer players exposed to stereotypes about their playing ability experienced significant reductions in their dribbling speed, according to a study published in the journal Psychology ... Read More
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Sleeplessness, Fatigue Linked to Age-Related Brain Atrophy
Seniors who experience excessive fatigue during the day may have more brain atrophy than well-rested seniors, according to a study presented at SLEEP 2016, the 30th Anniversary Meeting ... Read More
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Complex PTSD: Response to Prolonged Trauma
Posttraumatic stress (PTSD) can severely interfere with functioning, resulting in intrusive memories, depression, disrupted sleep, anxiety, and avoidance of situations that bring back ... Read More
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Listening to Radio Can Lead to Distracted Driving
Simply listening to traffic reports on the radio can negatively affect drivers’ concentration, according to a study presented at the British Psychological Society Annual Conference. According ... Read More
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Study Finds Benefits of Parents Playing Video Games with Kids
Parents who play video games with their children may have a better understanding of how those games affect children, according to a study by researchers from the University of Oxford and ... Read More
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Gamblers Anonymous More Effective Paired with Therapy
People with a gambling addiction who attended Gamblers Anonymous (GA) meetings gambled less frequently than peers who avoided the 12-step program, according to a new study published in ... Read More
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Personal Connection to Giving May Increase Generosity
According to a new study published in Social Psychological and Personality Science, people are more likely to give monetary support when they are personally connected to their donations. ... Read More
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Sexuality Study: ‘Unusual’ Sexual Interests May Be Common
Results from a study of people in Québec published in the Journal of Sex Research undermine a number of widespread beliefs about sexuality, including the preconceived notions that sexual ... Read More
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Recovering from a Traumatic Birth
Dealing with the Trauma of Giving Birth For many new mothers, giving birth is one of the most exciting times in life. After all, you’re bringing ... Read More
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Dr. Aaron T. Beck: The Father of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dr. Aaron T. Beck: The Father of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy On Monday, Nov. 1, the world lost an incredible psychiatrist when Dr. Aaron T. Beck, ... Read More
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5 Tips for Helping a Client When You’re Both Stuck
by Megan Paterson, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Roseville, California 5 Tips for Helping a Client When You’re Both Stuck Ever had a client ... Read More
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Business Formation for Therapy Practices
by Connor D. Jackson, JD Connor D. Jackson is a healthcare attorney based in Chicago who serves independent practices in several states. Visit his firm’s ... Read More
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Putting Kids First: Choosing Marital Partnerships and Co-Parenting over Divorce
Putting Kids First: Choosing Martial Partnerships and Co-Parenting over Divorce As many couples find out the hard way, the spark that led to them falling ... Read More
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Help! My Therapist Ended Her Practice and I Don't Know What to Do
I had been seeing my therapist for 28 years. Around March, she was unwell. This was a rare occurrence in our time together. But her viral infection ... Read More
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Help! I Have No One to Talk To
Ever since my dad died last year, I have had no one to talk to. And really, I had no one to talk to for the last three years of his life, ravaged ... Read More
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I Don’t Want to See My Family Anymore
Ever since my dad died last year, I have had no one to talk to. And really, I had no one to talk to for the last three years of his life, ravaged ... Read More
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How Do I Trust a Therapist If I Can't Trust Anyone?
Ever since my dad died last year, I have had no one to talk to. And really, I had no one to talk to for the last three years of his life, ravaged ... Read More
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Help! I Want to Stop Competing with My Friend
My best friend and I have known each other since college. We started out as “enemies,” Read More