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Avoiding the ‘Desperate Housewive’s’ syndrome

By John M. Grohol, PsyD
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Does the act of being ‘superwoman’ at work and around the home leave you feeling stressed and unable to cope? Do you identify with the TV character Lynette from ‘Desperate Housewives’? University of Western Sydney researchers are looking at domestic irritability and depression in women, …

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Avoiding the ‘Desperate Housewive’s’ syndrome

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  1. Excellenct article. As a husband and a man (apologies), I want to be understanding & caring & “perfect” for my wife – and damn, if it’s not difficult to do sometimes.

    It makes it much easier to be understanding however when you understand the driving motives and issues in the relationship. Otherwise, we will fall into the traps of stereotypes which can not only hurt but make our lives difficult.

    Thank you very much for this article. I encourage every man to read this – as much as any woman. Very helpful.

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