Relationships require work, we all know this. We are human beings, and we will mess up from time to time. The crucial thing is how you respond to being hurt. Our responses really can make or break our relationships. You should never ignore the hurtful behavior. Confrontation can be an effective way of dealing [...]
Chemical dependency is an issue that spreads far and wide. Millions are held captive by alcohol abuse and drug addiction, which are arguably the two leading forms of chemical dependency. However, there tends to be an element of stigma surrounding drug and alcohol dependency of this sort. Many believe that it is a problem [...]
When people think about eating disorders, they typically ask the same questions. “How come they hate food?” or, “Puking after every meal? No way!” Right from the start, it should be said that eating disorders aren’t actually about food, but are really control-related. Most of those suffering from eating disorders also suffer from control [...]
(References “NOT ‘Just Friends’” by Shirley P. Glass, Ph.D with Jean Coppock Staeheli) So your spouse had an affair. How do you start a conversation about what happened? Your mind is full of questions, but you’re also wondering whether you want to know the answers. You might not be sure if you can trust [...]
This article is a review of Nancy Leigh DeMoss’ book, Lies Women Believe and the Truth that Sets Them Free. This book is a great tool that helps women better understand the stages of spiritual development that we go through as we embark on our spiritual journey. The basic tenets are that believing in Satan’s [...]
It is estimated that around 3 million people Americans suffer from OCD. Even so, there is an absence of comprehensive understanding with regard to the key facets of this mental health condition. Many falsely believe that ‘being a little OCD’ equates to exhibiting a few neurotic characteristics, and maybe washing your hands a bit [...]
The loss of a spouse may be the most difficult challenge anyone can experience. Whether it occurs suddenly or after a long battle with illness, the surviving partner is left shattered and distressed. As the individual begins learning how to live without their other half, it can be an overwhelming task. Understanding the steps and [...]
Bipolar disorder can be an incredibly difficult condition to live with. Those who suffer from this illness may have to endure periods of drastic change in their mood and may find the constant emotional turmoil very challenging. To add to the complexity, bipolar can often cause you to experience periods of ‘high’ or ‘manic’ [...]
Codependency is one of the most common aspects of an unhealthy relationship. While depending on each other can be a good thing in moderation, codependency causes one person to rely too heavily on the other, and can result in a whole host of emotional problems. Codependence: Healing the Human Condition author Charles L. Whitfield [...]
While nearly everyone experiences distressing or traumatic events at some point in his or her life, not everyone experiences what clinicians characterize as one of the types of trauma. Being bullied on the playground or making a major faux pas in public can be extremely difficult to get over, make no mistake. How one [...]
