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Bad Mood: 10 Ways to Overcome a Bad Mood
…nny It may sound simple, but this is actually something psychologists like Dr. Lisa Firestone advise people to try when they’re experiencing symptoms of depression. The very act of smiling or laughing can improve our mood. One study even showed that forcing a smile can genuinely reduce stress and increase positive feelings. “Play your favorite sitcom, watch a funny movie or read a comical writer,” said Dr. Firestone. “Don’t think of this exercise…
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How to Help Yourself if You’re on a Waiting List for Therapy
…or contact one of the crisis resources immediately. You deserve immediate help! 8 ways to help yourself if there’s a waiting list for therapy If you are able to safely wait for care: Appreciate yourself and your effort to grow. Reaching out for help is an amazing step. I hope it gives you some peace of mind knowing you’re actively pursuing and will be getting the help you deserve. This may not feel very big, though we know it’s a huge victory. Kn…
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How to Let People Help You
…ave to abandon an adaptation that felt necessary for survival when we were helpless, dependent children. Moving away from something that provided a sense of safety can initially cause us to feel anxious, insecure, and even frightened. However, these feelings will subside as we adjust to a new reality in which we are able to accept and participate in the give and take with others and the closeness it brings. In addition, we would need to part with…
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Addressing Suicide Risk in Trying Times
…e1to campaign, which teaches people the five simple steps they can take to help someone who may be suicidal. This is part of an effective, coordinated strategy embraced by researchers and experts in the field of suicidology. Learning these steps can make a person more confident to reach out to someone in trouble and can, ultimately, save a life from suicide. When it comes to any experience of trauma, seeking therapy can be life-saving. It is also…
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Adolescent Suicide: Speaking Up for Our Children
…on is a means by which short-term stabilization may occur. 4. Approximately 12 million children under the age of 18 have a mental disorder according to the National Institute of Health. Mental health problems among adolescents are a serious concern today. It is a reality that continues to affect the lives of many youth and creates various challenges that can and usually do interfere with the smooth progression through adolescence. In fact, educati…
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Teen Suicide Prevention: Teachers and Educators
…s Suicide Prevention Advice The Glendon Association “Save a Life” Brochure Dr. Lisa Firestone’s “The Warning Signs of Suicide” &“Suicide: How You Can Help Someone at Risk” TeenSuicide.us – “Teen Suicide Warning Signs” &”Teenage Suicide Prevention” HealthyPlace.com “Suicide and Teenagers” &”Teen Depression: What Parents Need to Know” “Teens Under Pressure” Dr.Phil recently aired a show on teen suicide prevention in which PsychAlive’s Dr. Lisa Fires…
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Loving a Trauma Survivor: Understanding Childhood Trauma’s Impact On Relationships
…g, and find the healing security of healthier loving relationships. More Helpful Resources Articles and Websites “Helping a Partner Who Engages in Self-Destructive Behaviors” by Lisa Ferentz, LCSW “Trauma-Informed Care; Understanding the Many Challenges of Toxic Stress” by Robyn Brickel, M.A., LMFT Sidran Institute (resources for traumatic stress education and advocacy) Books Wired for Love: How Understanding Your Partner’s Brain and Attachment…
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Videos
…ts Playlists Self-Development Parenting Relationships Dr. Robert Firestone Dr. Lisa Firestone Dr. Carol Gilligan Dr. James Gilligan Dr. James and Dr. Carol Gilligan Dr. James Garbarino Dr. Kirk Schneider Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn Dr. Dan Siegel Dr. Peter A. Levine Dr. Pat Love Dr. Sheldon Solomon Dr. Donald Meichenbaum Dr. Donna Rockwell Dr. Daniel Zamir Dr. Christine Courtois Dr. Allan Schore « prev12... 34 5… 14 15next » Dr. David Jobes on Effectiv…
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Psychological First Aid
…n’t help but notice you seem distressed.” If they respond, ask, “How can I help?” Then help them develop a plan to address the problem, or help them develop a plan for coping, or both. If they do not respond, or say there is nothing you can do, simply say “I’m a good listener.” Again, if possible, follow up with that person at an appropriate time to see how the person is doing. The three scenarios above are merely examples of how PFA might begin….
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