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People with Body Dysmorphia May Actually See Things Differently May 30, 2011 . 8 Comments
A new study suggests variance in the brain activity of people suffering from body dysmorphia. According to Dr. Jamie Feusner, a UCLA assistant professor of psychiatry, people with body ... Read More
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Communication: Competitive vs Cooperative
May 27, 2011 .
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We are taught from the earliest of ages that good communication is imperative. In both subtle, and direct ways, we are taught to be competitive when we communicate. Simultaneously, we ... Read More
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A “Chicken or the Egg” Dilemma: Mental Illness and Addiction May 26, 2011 . 20 Comments
I was very young when I knew I wanted to be a therapist. I became particularly interested in depression and how people deal with traumatic events. Never in a million years did I think I ... Read More
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The Cruelty Conundrum: When the People We Care About Hurt Us
May 23, 2011 .
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Why do people we care for sometimes engage in cruel behavior? What can we do about it? Alfred Adler believed the ultimate goal for all human beings is to belong and feel connected to others. ... Read More
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Can You Take a Compliment? May 23, 2011 . 24 Comments
You look terrific today. I love what you’re wearing. You have such a nice smile. I like the sound of your voice. Many people would rather eat a broccoli-flavored Popsicle than be on ... Read More
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What is Your Play Philosophy? May 17, 2011 . 11 Comments
Play is serious business! –Caitlin ‘Cake’ Gateaux I was asked by the US Play Coalition research committee to collect personal statements about ideas and beliefs that ... Read More
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Trauma: True Acknowledgement is Necessary for Healing to Begin May 12, 2011 . 9 Comments
Simply put, when it comes to traumatic experiences, there is no hierarchy of pain. Many survivors believe—or want to believe—that trauma is scalable and therefore more or less extreme ... Read More
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Alcohol and Anxiety: Not As Helpful As You Think May 11, 2011 . 11 Comments
Many people curb their nervousness with a nice glass of wine or other alcohol beverage. Whether you’re gathering the courage to socialize with people you barely know, fly on an airplane, ... Read More
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Embrace Conflict as a Path to Deeper Connection May 10, 2011 . 14 Comments
Conventional wisdom says that having conflict in a partnership is “bad.” Most couples perceive conflict or its lack as a measure of a relationship’s strength or weakness. The truth ... Read More
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(Don’t) Keep Coming Back May 10, 2011 . 14 Comments
Many of the partners or loved ones (POLOs) of those struggling with addiction often seem reluctant to get help for themselves. I’m not sure why that is, but I’m hoping this article ... Read More
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The Undeveloped Self and the Difficulty of Relationship May 9, 2011 . 6 Comments
When we describe the relationship between mother and infant, we understand that baby and mother are one. In that symbiotic relationship, there is merger. There are not two separate selves ... Read More
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Excessive Pain, Often Suicidal Type May 9, 2011 . 35 Comments
This article contains detailed information and accounts of suicidal ideation & behavior. If you or someone you know may be considering suicide, get help now. To continue to discuss ... Read More
