…equences like: Fewer opportunities for employment Problems trusting others Trouble forming relationships A perception of being weak and easy to victimize – which, of course, tends to become self-fulfilling In the same study, bullied children were found to have higher levels of general inflammation throughout their bodies, and this is a potential cause of health issues like cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome. So, What Are We Going To Do…
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…trigger a cascade of negative events, such as more financial problems and relationship problems, which can increase risk for suicide.” These stressors and losses can trigger feelings of shame, humiliation or despair, which may lead to suicide attempts in vulnerable individuals or those with limited support and resources. However, the situation is far from hopeless. Like depression, suicidality is almost always both preventable and treatable. Yet,…
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…e many events and are involved in numerous social interactions in personal relationships and at work. Our reactions to these are influenced to a large degree by our inner voice, so they are different depending on the strength of our voice attacks. If we are viewing life through the negative filter of the critical inner voice, life may look bleak and gloomy. If, on the other hand, our view of life is unfiltered and clear, free of the voice’s interf…
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…with which these phenomenon have developed has rapidly out-paced most therapists ability to understand and respond to them effectively. This class explores the Cybersex phenomenon and its impact on committed relationships, its progression into addictive behavior, and provides diagnostic and early treatment guidelines for working with couples. Referral and resource information is also be provided….
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…stance, do you make yourself work too much at the expense of your personal relationship or friendships? Many of us end up saying “no” to the things we love, using the ever-available excuse of being too busy or exhausted. When we ignore or devalue our distinct interests and desires, we give up a part of ourselves that keeps us feeling passionate and alive. How many times have you heard people say, “Oh, I had to give that up when I had the baby/ got…
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…red, whatever arises is subject to cessation. And when you’re working with couples, you can say, you know, remember how yesterday morning you hated him and you were filing for divorce but the next night you were just so in love and you had the greatest night ever? I mean, this is life, you know. It’s impermanent. The hatred isn’t going to last forever. It’ll probably be over by this evening. Nor will that fantastic loving feeling –four days later…
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…ion on intimate partner violence in gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender couples. Section Two presents an overview of how our perspective on the causes of and treatments for intimate partner violence have evolved. Section Three presents and discusses assessment instruments. Section Four presents the ethical and legal requirements surrounding intimate partner violence and reviews the relevant parts of the APA, CAMFT and NASW Codes of Ethics to sp…
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…severe and taxing than physical ailments, getting in the way of successes, relationships and personal goals. Many psychological ailments can even lead to heightened medical risks. For example, chronic stress has been linked to an increased risk for heart disease. Because the stakes are so high, how we treat these “disabilities” is as important as identifying what causes them in the first place. There are some serious concerns about medicating youn…
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…ships. Dr. Siegel is also the Executive Director of the Mindsight Institute, an educational organization that focuses on how the development of mindsight in individuals, families and communities can be enhanced by examining the interface of human relationships and basic biological processes. His psychotherapy practice includes children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. YouTube responded with an error: The playlist identified with the re…
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…fy their own defenses as well as their lurking “critical inner voice,” while helping them understand how these patterns limit their current life. In addition to laying theoretical foundations, this book emphasizes the use of voice therapy in direct practice with couples, parents, and individuals, as a means of learning about and dealing with often unconscious, self-sabotaging tendencies. Firestone’s technique, grounded in clinical research, helps…
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