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Good to Know: Why We Think the Way We Think
September 8, 2015 .
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Knowledge is a powerful resource for navigating life. We have endless internal dialogues that assist with interpretation of information and decision-making. Knowing why we think the way ... Read More
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How to Connect with Your Kid Using Reflective Listening Skills
September 8, 2015 .
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Allison, 14, comes home from school and busts through the door. She slams her backpack against the wall in the family room and throws herself onto the sofa, only to ignore your demands ... Read More
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Is High-Functioning Autism an Excuse in Your Relationship?
September 7, 2015 .
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If you are involved in a relationship with a person who has been diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, officially known as high-functioning autism (HFA), you’re likely familiar with this ... Read More
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Mental Health Care Often Inaccessible, and Other News
September 4, 2015 .
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More than a quarter of Americans experience mental health issues each year, and the World Health Organization reports that depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. However, ... Read More
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How Can I Stay Strong Knowing My Wife Has Terminal Cancer? September 4, 2015 . 31 Comments
I am so sorry to hear about your situation, and cannot imagine the pain you and your wife must be experiencing as she fights her battle against cancer. Let’s get to the root of your questions. Find ... Read More
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Don’t Touch Me: Understanding Your Sexual Aversion
September 4, 2015 .
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Does the thought of sexual contact make you shudder? Do you tend to avoid or limit sexual activity? Do you find sexual touch or even romantic touch, such as hugging or kissing your partner, ... Read More
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How to Be a Parent to a Teen Who ‘Hates’ You
September 3, 2015 .
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Often, I meet a mom who is on the verge of tears describing how her teen hates her. She can’t understand it, and she wants her baby back. The teen looks on sullenly, once again exasperated by ... Read More
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Tips for Parents on a Successful Transition to Middle School
September 2, 2015 .
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Yes, middle school may be a time full of awkwardness and self-doubt, but it is also a time of incredible transformation and movement toward independence. With regard to its impact on human ... Read More
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Practical Ways to Work Toward Better Emotional Balance
September 2, 2015 .
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Just as the body works to maintain homeostasis on a physical, cellular level, I believe the mind strives to create balance emotionally. Both happen unconsciously, though you can accelerate ... Read More
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What do EMDR, Running, and Drumming Have in Common?
September 1, 2015 .
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Nope, this isn’t a strange riddle where someone is found in the desert in a scuba suit. The answer to the question posed above is actually pretty simple: brain integration. What is that? ... Read More
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What to Do When You’re the Jerk
August 31, 2015 .
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I’ve been a jerk many times in my life. But one time that stands out for me happened when I was 13. I had been invited to the bat mitzvah of a girl I barely knew. A bat mitzvah is a big ... Read More
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How Upset Should I Be If I Was Hired Because I’m a Minority? August 28, 2015 . 9 Comments
Wow, that’s a really tough issue to face. I’m glad you wrote, and I hope I can help you out some. My first question is how do these colleagues know about the hiring process? Many companies ... Read More