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Attitude of Gratitude Reduces Workplace Burnout November 14, 2012 . 5 Comments
Workplace burnout occurs in nearly every profession. Even people who genuinely enjoy their jobs can experience exhaustion and overwhelm in the workplace. For mental health professionals, ... Read More
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Rewiring How We Experience Feelings November 14, 2012 . 4 Comments
We have feelings. Hard-wired emotions come with the equipment: anger, sadness, disgust, grief, joy. The list is longer, but you get the idea. We also have an inborn blueprint for “building” ... Read More
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Grief, Mourning, and Loss: Unhealthy Ways of Coping November 8, 2012 . 13 Comments
I’ve been thinking about grief, mourning, and loss a lot lately. It shows up as a theme in my work as a psychotherapist all the time. I’ve also been studying the literature on methods ... Read More
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‘Just Like Me’: When Parents See Children As Reflections of Themselves November 8, 2012 . 7 Comments
When parents view their child’s “problematic” behavior, attitudes, or troubles as a reflection of them, it can be a terrible blow to the ego. For parents with positive self-feelings, ... Read More
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What Causes ‘Baby Fever’ in Adults? November 2, 2012 . 10 Comments
Some people become emotionally overwhelmed when they see or hold a small baby. They develop a longing to have a baby, even when they may already have children. In popular culture, this ... Read More
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Grief, Depression, and Adjustment for Daughters of Women with Breast Cancer October 31, 2012 . 4 Comments
The relationship between a mother and her daughter is unique. When a mother receives a diagnosis of breast cancer, the bond can change forever. The impact of a life-threatening issue and ... Read More
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Bumps in the Night: What Causes Nightmares? October 31, 2012 . 7 Comments
It’s that time again: Halloween, when bumps in the night often translate into spooky dreams. This is especially true for children. Young people often have repeated, terrifying nightmares, ... Read More
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New Program Helps Sexual Abuse Survivors with HIV/AIDS October 22, 2012 . 8 Comments
A disproportionately high number of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) survivors have HIV/AIDS. It is well established that survivors of CSA are at risk for numerous negative physical and mental ... Read More
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Adjusting to Uncertain Times: Shame, Dread, and Doubt October 18, 2012 . 6 Comments
It was getting dark and the trail was obviously leading nowhere. After shimmying over one more felled redwood tree obstructing my way, I found my precious trail had now evaporated into ... Read More
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Denial, Bargaining, and Disability: Adapting to a New Reality October 17, 2012 . 8 Comments
There are many parallels between living with a disability and dealing with an uninvited house guest. If you have ever had an uninvited house guest, I am sure you remember moments when ... Read More
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Live Until You Die October 17, 2012 . 5 Comments
“Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start.” —Nido Qubein My post this month is inspired by Donna’s Cancer Story, a blog ... Read More
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Helplines Can Lead to Shortened Duration of Untreated Psychosis October 16, 2012 . 7 Comments
When someone experiences an episode of psychosis, it could be a sign that he or she is at risk for developing a serious psychological issue, such as schizophrenia or borderline personality ... Read More