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What Happens When White People Declare Black Lives Matter
Black Lives Matter has been one of the most contested issues in modern rhetoric. Stepping into any online conversation about Black Lives Matter will give you a crash course in the very emotional and aggressive rhetoric opposing the movement....
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Better physical health for better mental health You can not expect to improve your psychological well-being in the long-term if you ignore the intricate connection between your
Phase Two of Corona Virus Fallout – I Gotta Try
I think I’ve entered phase two of the Corona virus fallout. I’m about a week or so away from the 6 month benchmark of being home and I’m struggling. Phase one was the first several months where I pushed myself to stay physically active –...
Therapists: What do you need right now?
We did a virtual private practice retreat with over 120 therapists from all over the country (and the world) last Friday. We heard some common themes from a LOT of...
Don’t Let This One Habit Undermine Your Career and Mental Health
Raise your hand if you’ve complained to a friend the night before an interview, “I can’t stand talking about myself!” Or felt your face turn Elmo-red when your boss singled...
Pandemic Playbook: A Look At The Bystander Effect
The Bystander Effect is pretty much as it sounds. It refers to standing by while something, usually somewhat horrific, is going on and choosing to do nothing. The term became famous in the 1964 when a young woman,...
Today I Love My Ragged Yard
Today I love my ragged yard out front with all its so called weeds and bio-diverse culture going on. I love how it represents the way a world could be,...
Self-Care Sounds Simple, So Why Is It So Hard to Practice?
It is 5 am on a Saturday morning. My wife and two young children are resting peacefully. They are charging their batteries for a busy weekend filled with soccer practice,...
Forensic Psychology: More Than Meets the Eye
Forensic psychology. The term is likely conjuring images of a brilliant profiler getting into the psyche of heinous criminals, bringing them to justice. I hate to shatter dreams, but such...
Teenager With ADHD Incarcerated for Not Doing Her Homework
As I write this, there is a 15-year-old girl with ADHD who has been sitting in a juvenile detention facility since May because she did not do her homework. Should people with ADHD be sent to prison if they don’t
Google Searches During Pandemic May Hint at More Suicides to Come
Google searches in the U.S. regarding financial difficulties and disaster relief saw a sharp increase in March and April compared to pre-pandemic times, according to a new study published online...
Where You Live May Influence How Long You Live
Can where you live impact how long you live? Investigators from Syracuse University’s Maxwell School discovered that people who live in blue states are living longer and the gap between...
Promising to Be Honest Can Actually Curb Teen Cheating
Promising to be truthful has a real impact on reducing the number of teens who are willing to cheat, according to a new study conducted in India. The findings, published...
Sleep Problems in Childhood May Lead to Academic, Psychological Issues
Developing healthy sleep habits for a child is often challenging for parents. Now, new research suggests children’s sleep issues, at any age and at any level, are associated with diminished...
