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Workaholism: the Revered ‘Ism’ May 1, 2014 . 7 Comments
It is not uncommon for people to be putting in 80 or more hours of work each week. These people are often the first ones in the office in the morning and the last ones to leave at night. ... Read More
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How to Make Going to Work Feel Like Going to Disney World April 21, 2014 . 8 Comments
Out the door he flew on this beautiful and bright spring morning, running at a full gallop as only a 4-year-old boy can achieve. Arms waving wildly, with smiles dancing across his face, ... Read More
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Why Volunteer? The Hidden Payoff of Donating Time April 11, 2014 . 11 Comments
Whenever someone tells me how amazing it is that I’m a counselor, the first thing I think of is how amazing it is to learn so much from the people I work with. As a career coach at the New ... Read More
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Mental Health Services Set to Improve Across the U.S. March 28, 2014 . 16 Comments
This week, as part of the Excellence in Mental Health Act, the House of Representatives passed a demonstration project that aims to reinforce quality care for individuals who have mental ... Read More
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News Roundup: Shorter Work Weeks, Marijuana for Anxiety, and More March 14, 2014 . 7 Comments
Had enough of the 40-hour (or more) work week? So have many other people. Earlier this week, The New York Times selected a handful of editorial-style articles on the subject for an online ... Read More
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The Rut: How to Cope with Job Burnout March 10, 2014 . 4 Comments
Office Space resonated so well with disgruntled workers everywhere that even people who haven’t seen the movie can identify Milton or recognize the scene where they finally destroy the ... Read More
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Work, Personal Life, and Their Impact on Well-Being November 21, 2013 . 5 Comments
A person’s well-being encompasses many facets of physical and psychological health. Are you generally content with your job, your personal life, and your living situation? How’s your ... Read More
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Family Support Has a Direct Effect on Job Burnout November 4, 2013 . 4 Comments
Job-related stress, also known as burnout, is an increasing problem in society today. Unemployment rates are still high, and people who are employed are often taxed with more than their ... Read More
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Good Grievance: How to Avoid Conflict Escalation October 21, 2013 . 4 Comments
Editor’s note: Cedar Barstow, MEd, CHT, has authored or co-authored two books on right use of power. Her continuing education presentation for GoodTherapy.org, titled “Resolving ... Read More
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Gender, Discrimination, and Workplace Mental Health October 17, 2013 . 1 Comment
Discrimination occurs in many areas of business and can be related to age, race, religion, and sexual orientation. Gender discrimination is another form of discrimination that still exists ... Read More
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All Work and No Play Leads to Back Pain and Mental Distress October 14, 2013 . 1 Comment
According to the results of a new study, people who seem to have an addiction to working are much more likely to suffer with low back pain (LBP), mental health problems, and somatic sicknesses ... Read More
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Do Mental Health Workers Take Their Own Advice? October 9, 2013 . 1 Comment
Mental health workers and professionals working within the mental health field are well trained on the consequences of unaddressed mental health problems. When psychological issues are ... Read More