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DSM-5 Finalized: Asperger’s Out, Binge Eating In December 3, 2012 . 9 Comments
After more than a decade of contentious debate, the American Psychiatric Association voted Saturday to finalize the next version of its diagnostic guidebook, often referred to as the “bible” ... Read More
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Grief, Mourning, and Loss: Healthy Ways of Coping December 3, 2012 . 8 Comments
Last month, I discussed some of the unhealthy and ultimately ineffective ways of coping with grief and loss. As I mentioned, failure to grieve as completely as possible can lead to complicated ... Read More
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From Goodbye to Hello: How Confronting Death Gives Us Life November 29, 2012 . 17 Comments
“Owning up to the ‘good-bye’ that is built into our finite human existing makes possible the saying of an authentic ‘Hello!’ ” —Robert D. Stolorow For most people, death is ... Read More
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Our Time Is Up: Ending the Therapeutic Relationship November 28, 2012 . 24 Comments
You entered therapy feeling broken, lonely, anxious, dissatisfied with your relationships and your career. Now you feel whole and healthy; your relationships have improved, and you’ve ... Read More
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Staying Centered (and Sensitive) Amid the Hustle and Bustle November 27, 2012 . 6 Comments
“It’s the holiday season,” as the song goes. From Halloween to New Year’s Day, there are a lot of activities that individuals and families can get involved in—as well as be overwhelmed ... Read More
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The Importance of Validating Grief Related to a Pet’s Death November 20, 2012 . 6 Comments
A family pet fills many roles. People acquire pets for protection, camaraderie, security, and, for those who are disabled, even assistance with physical tasks. But pets have become much ... Read More
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Outer Storms and Inner Storms: What Did Hurricane Sandy Trigger in You? November 15, 2012 . 6 Comments
This could be a story about any storm … Anywhere in our country … Anywhere in our world … The suffering caused by Hurricane Sandy is heartbreaking. The lost lives. The injured, cold, ... Read More
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Forgiveness or Denial? The Answer is Key to Healing November 12, 2012 . 13 Comments
People who are depressed due to childhood trauma often tell me they don’t want to blame their parents; they think it’s healthier to forgive them. They may even tell me their spiritual ... Read More
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Grief, Mourning, and Loss: Unhealthy Ways of Coping November 8, 2012 . 13 Comments
I’ve been thinking about grief, mourning, and loss a lot lately. It shows up as a theme in my work as a psychotherapist all the time. I’ve also been studying the literature on methods ... Read More
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Grief, Depression, and Adjustment for Daughters of Women with Breast Cancer October 31, 2012 . 4 Comments
The relationship between a mother and her daughter is unique. When a mother receives a diagnosis of breast cancer, the bond can change forever. The impact of a life-threatening issue and ... Read More
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New Study Examines Helpfulness of Fair-Weather Friends October 26, 2012 . 16 Comments
Friendships fluctuate by age, gender, context, purpose, and even the seasons of life. When people are starting families, they may have close friendships that include other young families ... Read More
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Understanding Open Adoption October 23, 2012 . 9 Comments
When “Jeanette” and “Tom” began their adoption journey six years ago, they couldn’t imagine having regular contact with their future child’s birth parent. They had concerns ... Read More