This is a clear explanation of how psychodynamic therapy works – learning about your mind and how unconscious thoughts/feelings drive so many of the things you do. Knowing about these ‘things’ – being aware – allows you to make choices about your interaction with yourself and others in the world. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: How Learning About …
In an interesting article which lead to a book. author Bonnie Ware shares the regrets she heard spoken by those under her palliative care during the last weeks of their lives. Read and consider what you want to change so you don’t have certain (or too many) regrets in the end. Inspiration and Chai.
A delightful read that will bring a smile to your day via Tried-And-True Marriage Advice From Couples Married A Long, Long Time. (Huffington Post)
This is a fabulous short and to the point article! Every parent could read and re-read this. The 26-Step Program for Good Parents Gone Bad | Dr. Wendy Mogel.
Regular aerobic exercise boosts memory area of brain in older women No surprise that exercise is a great idea for everyone! Just one more reason to get moving. via Regular aerobic exercise boosts memory area of brain in older women — ScienceDaily.
What Suffering Does A thought provoking article by David Brooks via What Suffering Does – NYTimes.com.
Embracing DSM-5, Like It or Not An article discussing the new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual which is used in psychotherapy to diagnose a patient, often for insurance purposes. via Psychotherapy Networker » Embracing DSM-5, Like It or Not.
The Power of the Earliest Memories The importance of talking with children in building memories via The Power of the Earliest Memories – WSJ.com.
A great article to peruse as you consider the emotional connection or disconnect in your partnership. The Sexual HealerThe Couples Therapy Expert Esther Perel Takes On Sex and Sexuality via The Couples Therapy Expert Esther Perel Takes On Sex and Sexuality – NYTimes.com.
An excellent article from the NY Times discussing anxiety issues in children presented as stomachaches. Getting help for the child and parents to address the underlying anxiety is very important. via Risk of Adult Anxiety Seen in Children’s Stomachaches – NYTimes.com.
The importance of getting kids to eat right and ‘move’ for a healthier life style! Let’s Move! “Focus Group” with Will Ferrell via Let’s Move! “Focus Group” with Will Ferrell – YouTube.
This is a short video from Hand in Hand Parenting and NBC that explains the importance of close connection with your child. Working to make a time right after school, for even a few minutes helps to increase the connection, leading to more safety and openness. “How Was School Today?” “Fine.”The founder of Hand in …
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Very interesting article in the NY Times recently Does a More Equal Marriage Mean Less Sex? – NYTimes.com.
This article describes the research which associates a child’s separation anxiety to the primary care giver’s (often the mother) level of anxiety and even her (the mother’s) anxiety in her own youth. Play Therapy: Examining Separation Anxiety Disorder in Children.
Read how a play therapist is able to provide a safe space for all the emotions of a child in this first session. This is healing to a child as play allows her to express what she is not capable of putting in to words yet. Sharing my journey as a foster mother (as of …
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Dibs in Search of Self by Virginia Mae Axline — Reviews, Discussion, Bookclubs, Lists.
Watch this short video to see what Play Therapy is all about! Introducing Andrew – YouTube.
Nearly every parent loses control and screams at the children now and then. But what if you do it repeatedly? Researchers suspect parents are yelling more. Parents have been conditioned to avoid spanking, so they vent their anger and frustration by shouting instead. Three out of four parents yell, scream or shout at their children …
Maybe this feels like you? But are you parenting effectively or are your child’s intense emotions pulling you to react emotionally or shut down? This book, by Harvey and Penzo, teaches you effective ways to help your child de-escalate (or take it down a notch) and learn how to express these emotions in a more …
Thomas Phelan PhD’s 1-2-3 Magic; Effective Discipline for Children 2-12 This book can be a life-saver for parents and teachers struggling with a myriad of trying behaviors in children. Effective and simple discipline strategies that yield less frustration and more joy in relationships with your children is presented in both book and DVD form. Dr. …
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