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- The Relationship between Self Harm and Stigma - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Jennifer McLeodSelf injury or self harm, generally speaking, is a wider range of different things individuals do to themselves which is either in a deliberate or hidden way. It includes burning, cutting, banging the body against hard objects, pulling the hairs, scalding, biting, poisoning, and inserting or ...
Views: 11 - Psychologist Brisbane - How To Sleep Well At Night? - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Rajia SultanaIncase you did not know, having sufficient sleep is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. Psychologist Brisbane in consultation with other experts has proved beyond reasonable doubt that having adequate sleep is an indication of good health. If the recent statistics are anything to go by, then ...
Views: 44 - Psychologist In Brisbane – What Makes Your Sleep DIFFICULT? - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Rajia SultanaMany are the times when people moil and toil in bed but sleep will not come their way. As much as you need sleep, there are times when you turn in bed in search of sleep until the morning comes. The society is suddenly turning to be full of sleep-deprived individuals because of many reasons. ...
Views: 44 - About Finding Lasting Happiness - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Frans LangenkampThe eternal wisdom of life – as recorded in the ancient vedic literature – advises us to realize who we really are, and to identify with our real self. By silencing our chattering mind, we easily find out that our real self is pure awareness, pure, unbounded awareness, also known as pure ...
Views: 56(1 vote) - Existential Psychology And Narcissism - Mini-Quiz For The 99% - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Jard DeVilleWhen we use existential as in existential psychology, existential alienation or an existential vacuum, we the authors mean only that the topic under discussion relates to the satisfying, mediocre or disappointing lifestyle men and women choose or have thrust upon them by society. For us, ...
Views: 66 - The Blowfly That Trapped The Guilty Conscience - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Jake CunninghamThe Blowfly That Trapped The Guilty Conscience My mother recently related a funny story about how she is now the proud owner of a blowfly trap as a result of developing a guilty conscience when faced with a dilemma over a salmon pie. In preparation for a dear old school friend’s visit my ...
Views: 43 - Pathological Lying: Narcissistic Personality Disorder Traits - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Amy AdamA common narcissistic personality disorder trait is pathological lying. The narcissist presents to the world the creation of his false self. This false self is based on the image of who the narcissist would like to be rather than how he really feels about himself at a deep inner level. As a ...
Views: 71 - Knowing What We Want - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Aps SantosAs we grow older, we become whole on our own. We are like Asian art, fully blown. It is normal for people to constantly seek human’s help for no man is an island. We connect and we interact with others. But “us” as a whole and our appreciation of ourselves do not depend on how others see us as ...
Views: 47 - West Ridge Academy Helps In Dealing With Angry And Aggressive Teens - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Thomas LambertBeing a devoted organization for teens and young ones, West Ridge Academy is an institution that can help you lead your wild teen into becoming a better person. Belligerent teens can also be dealt with by their parents through the parenting strategies that are taught by West Ridge ...
Views: 44 - How To Understand Anorexia and Emetophobia - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2012 from Elizabeth Lucye RobillardHow To Understand Anorexia and Emetophobia Anorexia and Emetophobia are two conditions, often with much in common. Here I seek to help understand and maybe ameliorate some suffering of both. *There are some 'triggers' here. The tragic mistake, nearly always made with anorexia and often, ...
Views: 157(1 vote) - Dual Relationships in Couples Therapy and the Use of EMDR - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Barb MaibergerThe issue of dual relationships recently came up in an Advanced EMDR Workshop where I was talking about working with couples: Is it okay for a couples therapist to do individual EMDR with their clients (meaning not conjoint sessions while doing EMDR) and still be the couple's therapist (in ...
Views: 83(1 vote) - UNDERSTANDING ASTROLOGY FROM FIRST PRINCIPLES - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Pete LuceAstrology from first principles. For many people Astrology seems like nothing more than mumbo-jumbo, a primitive superstition entirely different from the modern scientific view of life. Whereas science explains phenomena from first principles, building up from the simple to the complex, ...
Views: 73 - There is Only One Creative Power In The Universe, Not Two - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Charles KohThere is only one power in the universe. It is the creative force in our own thoughts and imagination. There is no enemy on the outside, but an enemy that we create within. We are told, there is only one God, and beside Him there is No Other. As the story goes in scripture, in the beginning ...
Views: 107 - Developing the Language Development of Youthful Kids - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from lizzie milanHow Do Kids Learn Language? There are numerous theoretical approaches to explain how kids learn to speak and understand language. It is most likely that no one theory can clarify the entire language growth process. However, significant insights can be gained by examining several major academic ...
Views: 80 - ***Self-discovery magic turns pain into powerful partnerships - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Doris HelgeUSE SELF-DISCOVERY TO TRANSFORM A PAINFUL RELATIONSHIP INTO A POWERFUL PARTNERSHIP by Doris Helge, PhD. © 2012 YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF: THE MAGICAL INGREDIENT IN A POWERFUL PARTNERSHIP The foundation of any happy relationship is a rich relationship with your Self. When you’re comfortable ...
Views: 257(2 votes) - How To Support a Person with Bipolar Disorder - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Jacqueline MarshallIt is not easy to have bipolar disorder, nor is it easy to be a caregiver, family member, or friend of someone who is. “Bipolar relationships” are difficult because the symptoms are so changeable. Your friend or loved one can be flying high today with mania only to dive into the pit of despair ...
Views: 185(1 vote) - A MULTIFACETED SPIRITUAL PRACTICE OF WELL BEING VIA PRANA ENERGY - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaOnce, King Divodas’ son Pratardan wished to see heaven. Taking commands from his father Pratardan went to heaven. Indra was greatly impressed by Pratardan’s enterprise and war oriented skills. He respectfully welcomed Pratardan and said: How can I serve you? Pratardan replied: Lord! I have ...
Views: 156 - The Psychology Behind Why We Keep Secrets - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Cathy EckCan You Keep A Secret? As a small child, I found it nearly impossible to keep my Christmas purchases a secret. I tried to avoid the recipient after buying their gift because I’d lose control of my mouth and would spontaneously reveal my secret. Even such a small secret was very ...
Views: 156 - Having a difficult time staying sober?? Maybe it’s not you – maybe it’s brain chemistry. - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Todd BranstonYou know the drill: you have spent countless hours in meetings, on the phone with your sponsor asking endless questions about your desire to use. You have worked the steps and you’ve even consulted specialists. In a moment of desperation you found help by attending treatment. You’re able to ...
Views: 117 - The Beliefs Behind Why People Lie - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2012 from Cathy EckIn my other articles, I call all beliefs lies because all beliefs come from our false self. That doesn’t make them bad or wrong; it merely puts them in their proper perspective. True authenticity results when we give up our false self and move from our head to our heart. In this article, ...
Views: 126 - Stress Reduction & Biofeedback - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Prof. Dr. George GrantStress Reduction & Biofeedback: Stress affects us all. The deleterious effects of excess stress have been well documented in a wide range of medical publications. Thousands of research articles, studies and books prove beyond a shadow of doubt, that stress can be a factor in any disease, as it ...
Views: 115 - The Benefits Of Personal Development - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Zarelsie Van der MerwePersonal development differs from formal education in that the latter teaches new concepts, but it is only through the internal individual processes of personal development that individuals learn to apply that knowledge and grow. The reason is that personal development comprises actions that ...
Views: 101 - The connection between insecurity and behaviour - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from M.Farouk RadwanAs a result of low self confidence many people never see reality correctly but they just see a reflection of their own beliefs. If a person who lacks self confidence wasn’t treated in a nice way then he might assume that one who didn’t treat him well didn’t like him while in fact reality might ...
Views: 117 - Explore What Triggers Your Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2012 from Michelle MorandHave you ever found yourself being defensive over what others have said? Do you react to comments and take it upon yourself to prove that you are right? This tactic only ever makes us feel vulnerable, insecure and small. It is an experience that will inevitably lead us to either binge or ...
Views: 177(1 vote) - Psychotherapy – An Effective Help for People with Mental Problems - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Alpha BytesPsychotherapy is also performed by practitioners with a number of diverse qualifications including clinical psychology, clinical or psychiatric social work, psychiatry, mental health counseling, counseling psychology, play therapy, school counseling, dance/movement therapy, marriage and family ...
Views: 52(1 vote) - Jennifer McLeod is Group Managing Director of Step Up! International,Creator of the Easy Tiger Parent System,Creator of the Born To Win! Programme for Young People,Professional & Inspirational Speaker,Psychologist,Published Author and Inspirational Pare - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Jennifer McLeodYou may have heard in the media recently that people who are suspected of abusing their partner could be removed from there homes by the police. This is part of the government’s proposals to manage the rising domestic violence situation in the UK. The government will be implementing its Domestic ...
Views: 74 - POOR PARENTING RESPONSIBLE FOR SIBLING RIVALRY - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2012 from Farah AbrarPsychologically, 'sibling rivalry' is a phrase that means competition or animosity between siblings. Most of us share a magnificent relationship of love and care with our siblings, but not all. Many just dont seem to get along with their siblings. Even if they get along for few days, they end ...
Views: 128 - Has Guilt Got an Unnecessary Hold on You? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from David CoxNeed help overcoming guilt? Guilt is a common side effect of living your life. Things happen sometimes. Things go wrong. We often wish we could go back and erase an action or an inaction of a specific type. But because we can’t, some of us are left with a lot of guilt. Feelings of remorse over a ...
Views: 128 - 4 Secrets to Overcome Your Resistance to Change! - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Michaiel BovenesIn life, one thing is constant… change is going to happen! Everyone desire change and change is inevitable; so why is it difficult for so many people? In this article you’ll discover why you resist change and learn four secrets to move beyond resistance and create positive changes in your ...
Views: 134(1 vote) - Manufacturing Mental Illness - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Linda SapadinThe American Psychiatric Association is now working on the 5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, otherwise known as the DSM. There will be some new categories as well as some possible exclusions of what is considered a “mental illness.” Next time ...
Views: 83(1 vote) - 60 Minutes 'explosive' report: Are antidepressants placebos? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from Les Linet'60 Minutes' antidepressant report may be 'explosive,' but it's not conclusive. Studies linking the placebo effect to antidepressants have been around for more than a decade. There have, however, been far more studies showing antidepressants to be significantly more effective than placebos. The ...
Views: 270(5 votes) - A fresh perspective on using negative energy for your personal benefit - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2012 from Reginald MartinIn this article you will learn about the nature of energy how it works and how you can use this knowledge practically to benefit you in your everyday life. There are times that we can use what has been labeled as dark or negative energy as a motivator to break through stagnation or a wall. ...
Views: 141 - A Case of Extreme Animal Cruelty, a Hallmark of Psychopathy - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Anna MossFor some people, animal cruelty is a serious issue; for others, it is not. A year ago, animal lovers around the world were riveted by the discovery of a young dog just hours from death at the bottom of a trash chute in Newark, New Jersey. Named Patrick, the young pup was breathing but ...
Views: 163(1 vote) - From Superhero to Real-Life Hero Motivating Healthy Play - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from lizzie milanAs preschoolers seek to make sense of the world, they use play and superheroes to help. Why Superheroes? By definition, superheroes are larger than life, brave, influential, and seemingly able to overcome any obstruction with great physical prowess while doing great actions at the same time. ...
Views: 131 - The ‘Parent Within’ and its role in Recovery from Abuse - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Dr. Nicholas JennerWhen we think about child abuse, our thoughts often stop at sexual abuse of minors. However, the term child abuse, often replaced by child maltreatment, has a broad spectrum of definition. The WHO defines it as follows : "Child maltreatment, sometimes referred to as child abuse and neglect, ...
Views: 74 - Looking for lost belongings; hurry up, get it, dear friend! - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2012 from Ma-Mahajnan prosadLife is really very short. To make it more and more meaningful we try in very many ways. Even believe in Rebirth. Faith may help to overcome frustration; without reason what’s the gain! Leave it. Unfortunately, we fail to come out successful in every endeavor. The main problem is we don’t have ...
Views: 219(1 vote) - CBT Therapy, A Proven Anxiety Therapy and Depression Treatment, and End to Anxiety Problems - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Dr. David PurvesPsychological problems such as Stress, anxiety, and depression can be just as devastating as physical problems like injury or bacterial or viral infections. Medical research has shown repeatedly the crucial link between thoughts, emotions and physical health and recovery. Cultures all over the ...
Views: 72 - Introverts Should Be Left By Themselves - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Saif FarooqiIntroverts are perhaps the most misconstrued people in this world. They are usually perceived as dull, boring, and at times arrogant. They are also, often believed to be rather dry, lackluster, and lacking in enthusiasm. For this they are at the receiving end of quite a lot of criticism and ...
Views: 151 - The Tears of Purity - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Wayne HarrelCrying resembles spiritual purification. It resembles the internal innocence of our minds. It helps release our emotional heaviness and gets all the negative energy out. I consider it as a form of purification. Most men and women are reported a feeling of relief after a worthy cry. And about ...
Views: 201(3 votes) - Understanding Depth Psychology: An Invitation from the Soul - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Ed Santana, MA, PsychotherapistI was brought to depth psychology through my love of typology. As a corporate consultant, each time I taught a workshop on the Myers-Briggs assessment I found that people were finding new ways of seeing themselves and others. Bridges of understanding were being formed and those I trained were ...
Views: 196(2 votes) - The "One and Only" does exist? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Zita FeketeThe “One and Only” does exist? In my opinion, this concept is the product of western civilization which assumes that you simply have to find your “true love”, progress your way through to the wedding ceremony; then you are primed to live “Happily Ever After”. The main emphasis is on the ...
Views: 180 - LIFE BALANCE: FINDING BALANCE IN A WORLD OF DUALITIES - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from gloria eagleI have been struggling to achieve balance in all aspects of my life,said the seeker,but I keep getting knocked out of balance, again and again.Have I failed in my quest? We live in a world of dualities,where energy is constantly moving between polarities,trying to achieve optimal ...
Views: 127 - The cost of Stress and Mental Health issues in the Workplace - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2012 from Prof. Dr. George GrantEvidence about the total cost of health, absence, short-term disability, and productivity losses was synthesized for 10 health conditions. Cost estimates from a large medical/absence database were combined with findings from several published productivity surveys. Ranges of condition prevalence ...
Views: 128 - SELF IMPROVEMENT: KEYS TO SUCCESS - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from gloria eagleRecently,a seeker said to me:"I have been working on self improvement for a long time,but I find that the more I work on my imperfections,the more imperfections I find in myself.It is as if I have opened a Pandora box, and every affliction in the world is coming out of it. It seems that there ...
Views: 213(1 vote) - How Much is Too Much - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Renee Richardson M.Ed.Article: Written By Renee L Richardson Sharing Within an Intimate Relationship: How much is too much? When we fall in love, we are ecstatic over our newly found love. It seems as though all senses and usage of boundaries are set aside in the attempt to not appear as uncaring, selfish, ...
Views: 184(2 votes) - 2012: Ask Now - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Mala MukherjiFrom the black Eames chair that I have sat in as a therapist for well over 10,000 hours, 2012 parades forth as the catalyst humans need to jar them from their slumber. Blessings to the Mayans for their implantation of an alarm bell into the future collective consciousness of ...
Views: 144(2 votes) - How To Find A Psychotherapist - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2012 from Nancy CarboneMost people sooner or later in their lives discover they want the help of a professional to resolve a private problem, or take care of a crisis. Fortunately, there are professionals accessible who may also help at these times. However, for those who are experiencing this example for the first ...
Views: 143(1 vote) - How to Get the Best Adviser for Your Teen and Psychiatrist - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2012 from M. W. DoaresAll advisors are not equal when it comes to achieving success with the teen. Only if a physician complete working knowledge of adolescent counseling, he or she can successfully get the best results of the teenager. While it may be difficult to find a counselor, I really want to know the best ...
Views: 168 - The Ultimate Legacy of Papa Joe Paterno - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2012 from Jack SingerCertainly the storied career of former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno has left many praising his legacy of career wins, devotion and loyalty to his university for so many decades, and his concern with providing a wonderful role model for the young men under his tutelage. Sadly, the end ...
Views: 62 - The 7 Deadly Sins of any Relationship - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2012 from Dr. Nicholas JennerNothing is perfect and that goes for relationships too. In the best of intimate relationships, there are those subtle and not so subtle signs that harmony is being disrupted. Some disagreements and discussions make sense and are in fact healthy; his words against hers, her values in the face of ...
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