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August 8, 2014
by Casey Truffo, LMFT

bethe flatterer in chief

Be the Flatterer-In-Chief

August 8, 2014 04:55 by Casey Truffo, LMFT  [About the Author]

bethe flatterer in chief
Let's break it down. Flattery can be defined as pleasing someone by giving them [almost] constant compliments. It can also be defined as making excessive comments and praises in order to play upon someone's vanity. This article will show you ways to flatter your spouse, in good, healthy ways, by never letting your spouse know that you find them attractive, caring, or whatever else will make them feel good about themselves. [More]

August 7, 2014
by Dr. DeeAnn Visk

of miceand depression

Of Mice and Depression

August 7, 2014 04:55 by Dr. DeeAnn Visk  [About the Author]

of miceand depression
Studies have shown that depression-like behavior in mice correlates with abnormal electrical activity in the brain. By modulating these electrical signals, researchers have fixed the brains of these mice and returned their behavior to normal. Scientists were startled to find that cells in the brain have an inborn ability to modulate their electrical signals back at a more normal pattern. [More]

August 6, 2014
by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.

personal authenticity going beyond justbeyourself

Personal Authenticity: Going Beyond “Just be yourself”

August 6, 2014 04:55 by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.  [About the Author]

personal authenticity going beyond justbeyourself
You have probably heard people say things like “be real” and “just be yourself”, and ‘stay true to yourself”. This is common advice given to children and adults alike. It should be simple, right? Just be who you are. But, there is much more to it than that, and it takes real courage and strength to be your genuine self. [More]

August 5, 2014
by Casey Truffo, LMFT

howto support your spouse during addiction recovery

How to Support Your Spouse During Addiction Recovery

August 5, 2014 04:55 by Casey Truffo, LMFT  [About the Author]

howto support your spouse during addiction recovery
There are trials in every marriage, but one of the lowest points that can be experienced in a marriage, other than death of a spouse, may be the result of your other half battling drug addiction. It's likely the spouse who is not addicted feels helpless, hopeless, and angry when their spouse checks into a rehabilitation clinic. There is always the threat of relapse because recovery is never easy. In fact, it can continue over several years. [More]

August 3, 2014
by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.

grace under pressure the artof being unflappable

Grace Under Pressure: The Art of Being Unflappable

August 3, 2014 04:55 by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.  [About the Author]

grace under pressure the artof being unflappable
Our personal lives and our work lives can be filled with tense moments, conflict, and competing demands. Life also delivers ups and downs in the form of job losses, cheating spouses, major illnesses, and death. Being able to manage these difficult times effectively requires skills that anyone can learn. Not only is being unflappable an admirable and beneficial quality in times of crisis, it can also be good for your mental health. [More]

August 2, 2014
by Dr. DeeAnn Visk

schizophreniaand genetics

Schizophrenia and Genetics

August 2, 2014 04:55 by Dr. DeeAnn Visk  [About the Author]

schizophreniaand genetics
The classic sign of Schizophrenia is hearing voices that other people don’t hear. Schizophrenics may believe that others are reading their mind, controlling their thought, or plotting to harm them. Conversations with schizophrenics may not make a lot of sense. Because schizophrenics may sit for hours without moving or talking they may seem fine until they relate what they are thinking. Schizophrenia is a life-long debilitating disease that affects about 1% of all Americans. [More]

August 1, 2014
by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.

raising gentle kidsina not so gentle world

Raising Gentle Kids in a Not So Gentle World

August 1, 2014 04:55 by Lisa La Rose, M.A., L.P.C.  [About the Author]

raising gentle kidsina not so gentle world
One only has to turn on the television to see yet another case of youth violence. It seems that it is happening more and more often, from school shootings to cases of bullying so severe that the victim takes his or her own life. Too often, youth are turning to emotional and physical aggression to solve problems and cope with their own feelings. The causes of youth violence are complex, and many of us struggle to understand why it happens. [More]

July 31, 2014
by Cathy England, MA

fightingthe stigmaof mental illness

Fighting the Stigma of Mental Illness

July 31, 2014 04:55 by Cathy England, MA  [About the Author]

fightingthe stigmaof mental illness
For individuals with mental illness, dealing with all of the associated problems is difficult. Having to face the judgment from themselves and from others can often compound the problem. Mental illness is still something that people do not generally want to talk about in positive and productive ways. The silence is often born of the worry about the stigma attached to it. [More]

July 30, 2014
by Christie Hunter

management style and employee mental health is there a connection

Management Style And Employee Mental Health – Is There A Connection?

July 30, 2014 04:55 by Christie Hunter  [About the Author]

management style and employee mental health is there a connection
In management circles, there is a popular saying that you are as good as the people you hire. Corporations are social entities that harness the extraordinary power of the collective, rather than relying on a few good individuals to gain prominence. True, there are few distinguished performers in all companies that act as the face of the enterprise, but that does not discount the contributions of a wide cross section of employees whose efforts and skills are indispensible to the corporation. For every Steve Jobs there are whole cadres of software programmers, project managers, product designers among others who help realize the company’s vision. [More]