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How to Talk to Kids About Tragedies and Violence, and Other News August 18, 2017 . 4 Comments
In the wake of terror attacks and acts of violence around the world—such as the white supremacy demonstrations in Charlottesville, Virginia, that led a man to plough a vehicle into a ... Read More
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How Do I Convince a Parent to Go to Therapy? December 30, 2016 . 7 Comments
Dear GoodTherapy.org, My mom is nearing 70. She was widowed four years ago, and ever since then she seems to have given up on life. She barely leaves her house, doesn’t want to socialize ... Read More
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Why Are Memories of My Past Trauma Coming Back Now? May 18, 2015 . 51 Comments
“I’ve been fine for years. Now I have nightmares every night and can barely function at work. What’s going on?” “I thought I was over it. I even went to therapy as a kid! Why ... Read More
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The Trauma of Workplace Stress: How Therapy Can Help September 5, 2014 . 17 Comments
Most of us experience work stress, but can too many responsibilities, unrealistic expectations, and personality conflicts at work lead to an experience of trauma victimization over time? In ... Read More
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Five Ways Prejudice Affects Well-Being April 24, 2014 . 7 Comments
The ongoing dispute in Congress over a recent pay equality bill has reignited discussions about discrimination in the workplace. As political pundits debate the causes of discrimination, ... Read More
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Statistics of Victimization in the LGBTQ Community September 27, 2013 . 5 Comments
Minority groups have long been victims of persecution based on their ethnic background, religious beliefs, or cultural practices. Sexual minority individuals and those who identify as LGBTQ ... Read More
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Reducing Homelessness after Psychiatric Inpatient Discharge April 29, 2013 . 4 Comments
Rates of mental illness are extremely high among the homeless population. One reason for this is the inability of psychiatric clients to access and secure affordable housing. For clients ... Read More
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Why Stalkers Stalk—and What to Do If You’re a Victim April 5, 2013 . 415 Comments
Being stalked can be paralyzingly frightening. Victims aren’t traumatized just once; they’re perpetually unsettled by attempts at contact and often begin to feel like there’s ... Read More
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Blaming Your Parents Hurts You Most March 11, 2013 . 159 Comments
Some people come to therapy full of negativity and anger toward parents whom they hold responsible for the way they feel and the lives they live. For example, they might explain their difficulties ... Read More
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The Tyrannical Culture of Positivity March 4, 2013 . 28 Comments
“Take a look at the bright side,” we tell our loved ones when they’re feeling down. “See the cup half full, not half empty.” We help lift our friends by saying, “Cheer up! Don’t ... Read More
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Raising a Child with Special Needs: What About Your Needs? February 27, 2013 . 16 Comments
If you have a child with special needs, a typical day might begin something like this: You wake up before your alarm goes off. Your mind is racing. You can’t stop thinking about the most ... Read More
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Super Bowl Sunday: Worst Day of the Year for Domestic Violence? February 1, 2013 . 4 Comments
The claim that domestic violence is at its peak on Super Bowl Sunday has been repeated so often that it’s widely accepted as fact. It certainly jives nicely with popular ideas about the ... Read More