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Mood Disorders: What They Are, Symptoms, and Treatment
Mood disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by significant changes in mood and emotional state. They can affect how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, impacting their daily life and relationships. Understanding mood disorders is essential for recognizing symptoms and seeking appropriate treatment. In this post, we’ll explore what mood disorders are,…
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Navigating Parent-Child Conflict
Parent-child conflicts are a common part of family life. While they can be challenging, they also offer opportunities for growth, understanding, and stronger relationships. Whether you’re facing daily disagreements or larger issues, navigating these conflicts effectively is essential for a healthy family dynamic. Here are some strategies to help you manage and resolve conflicts with…
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Anger Management Therapy Techniques & Tips
Anger is a natural emotion, but when it becomes overwhelming or unmanageable, it can lead to negative consequences in both personal and professional relationships. Anger management therapy offers tools and techniques to help individuals express their feelings in healthier ways. Whether you’re seeking to manage your own anger or support someone else, understanding these strategies…
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What is Psych Med Management?
Have you ever wondered how mental health professionals determine the right medication and dosage for their patients? In the world of mental health, psych med management plays a crucial role. In this article we will dive into its importance, methods, and impact. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of what psych med management…
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Relationship Exercises for Couples Used in Therapy
In the world of romantic relationships, the journey from initial attraction to enduring partnership is often challenging. Couples therapy, a tool used by many to navigate this journey, offers a variety of exercises designed to enhance understanding, communication, and connection between partners. Drawing on the insights from Mary Jo Faustgen’s webinar with resources from established…
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Mental Health During The Holidays and Stress Tips
As the holiday season approaches, it’s essential to address the myriad emotions and stressors that come with it. This period, marked by various cultural and religious celebrations, brings joy and togetherness but also a unique set of challenges. This blog explores the complexity of holiday emotions, offering tips to navigate this festive yet often stressful…
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Save My Marriage: The Gottman Approach and Therapy
In Mary Jo Faustgen’s webinar “Save My Marriage, Please,” she shares invaluable insights into how couples can rejuvenate their marriages using the Gottman approach. Developed by renowned researchers John and Julie Gottman, this method examines the intricate dynamics of marital interactions to identify patterns that either contribute to a happy union or lead towards divorce.…
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Hope, Optimism, and Personal Growth: Navigating Life Adjustments Amidst Uncertainty
As the world continues to grapple with unprecedented life changes, the importance of personality development courses and the principles they teach come to the forefront. Mary Jo Faustgen, provides a deep dive into this subject, offering listeners tangible strategies and reflections for personal and professional growth in uncertain times. For the non-readers out here Beginning…
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Navigating An Emotional Hangover by Brit Barkholtz
When I was in college, a classmate published a piece in our student newspaper about his 10 best tips to manage a hangover. There was some back-and-forth in the letters to the editor over the next few weeks arguing about how it would be better to just do whatever you needed to do to prevent…
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The Long Run of Trauma Recovery
There’s an old joke that asks, “How can you tell if someone is a runner?” And the answer is, “Don’t worry, they’ll tell you.” Harsh, but fair. As a runner, I do talk about it a lot, and most people who know me know there’s almost no situation I can’t come up with SOME type of running…
