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Addiction to Cybersex and Internet Pornography February 23, 2012 . 15 Comments
I am getting asked more about cybersex and online pornography addiction from therapists. It seems to be a growing problem in their practices. I thought I would address some of the fundamentals ... Read More
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Don’t Underestimate Me: Ethical Use of Power for and with Children February 22, 2012 . 6 Comments
“So, I’m curious. Do you know that word?” Heads nod. Looking toward the boys: “What do you like about being boys?” “Boys do adventurous things.” ... Read More
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Overtime Increases Risk for Depression and Anxiety in Women February 13, 2012 . 4 Comments
Research has shown a direct link between long work hours and increased mental health problems. Depression, fatigue, and anxiety are common issues that cause reduced productivity and increased ... Read More
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Body Image Issues and Healthy Boundaries January 30, 2012 . 5 Comments
Many people, but primarily young, educated, Western women, struggle to sustain a positive body image—for a multitude of reasons that have been discussed in previous posts. Often a negative ... Read More
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Moral Identity Determines Direction of Power Trip January 24, 2012 . 6 Comments
Power can cause even the most level-headed individuals to act in self-serving ways. Many individuals believe that power is a corruptive force and that most people who gain vast amounts ... Read More
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How Does Eldercare Affect Job Performance? January 19, 2012 . 6 Comments
Caring for an aging parent can cause increased stress and decreased mental health. In recent years, the number of people who provide eldercare services for family members while employed ... Read More
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Does Depression Cause Job Burnout, or Vice Versa? January 17, 2012 . 6 Comments
Anyone who has experienced job burnout may also have suffered with symptoms of depression. And those who struggle with depression may find that their symptoms result in significant burnout ... Read More
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Does Rejection Sensitivity Promote or Prevent Sexism in the Workplace? January 12, 2012 . 10 Comments
In competitive workplace environments, women often aspire to achieve status equal to their male counterparts. But a new study suggests that women who are sensitive to rejection by male ... Read More
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Does Natural Lighting Make Us More Productive? January 4, 2012 . 10 Comments
According to a new study, people who spend more time in natural lighting than in artificial lighting have increased productivity and alertness. Light directly influences the amount of melatonin ... Read More
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Motivation Predicts Well-Being in College Graduates Pursuing Employment December 31, 2011 . 6 Comments
Motivation is one of the core concepts of individual agency and has been shown to have a direct impact on psychological well-being. For students who are leaving college and entering the ... Read More
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Is Bigger Better When it comes to Work Team Size? December 23, 2011 . 12 Comments
Employers have long recognized the benefits of work teams. Rather than relying solely on the output of individual employees, organizations have compounded the effectiveness of their staff ... Read More
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How to Set Goals and Stay Motivated December 23, 2011 . 6 Comments
Whether you have short term or long terms goals, lifestyle goals such as a healthy diet, exercise, career changes or even finding time for yourself have to become a habit. Like with everything ... Read More